CR

Cyperus boreobellus

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Cyperus boreobellus faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' specialized wetland requirements make it particularly vulnerable to water table changes and drainage of seasonal pools. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the hydrological cycles essential for this sedge's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Cyperus boreobellus inhabits seasonal wetlands, shallow pools, and marshy areas with fluctuating water levels. The species typically occurs in nutrient-poor, sandy or clay soils that experience periodic flooding and drying cycles.

Rocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cyperus boreobellus classified as Critically Endangered?
Cyperus boreobellus is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Cyperus boreobellus faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' specialized wetland requirements make it particularly vulnerable to water table changes and drainage of seasonal pools. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the hydrological cycles essential for this sedge's survival.
Where does Cyperus boreobellus live?
Cyperus boreobellus occurs in Kenya. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cyperus boreobellus?
The main threats to Cyperus boreobellus are 2.3, 3.2, ai-1, and ai-2. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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