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Cyperus flavoculmis

Unknown

Overview

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

Cyperus flavoculmis faces severe threats from agricultural expansion and urban development that have dramatically reduced its wetland habitat. The species is particularly vulnerable to water table changes and pollution from agricultural runoff, which degrades the specific hydrological conditions it requires. Its extremely limited distribution makes any local habitat disturbance potentially catastrophic for the entire population.

Threat summary

Habitat

This sedge species inhabits seasonal wetlands, marshy areas, and the margins of temporary pools in Mediterranean-climate regions. It requires specific hydrological conditions with periodic flooding followed by gradual drying cycles.

TERRESTRIAL· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cyperus flavoculmis classified as Critically Endangered?
Cyperus flavoculmis 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 flavoculmis faces severe threats from agricultural expansion and urban development that have dramatically reduced its wetland habitat. The species is particularly vulnerable to water table changes and pollution from agricultural runoff, which degrades the specific hydrological conditions it requires. Its extremely limited distribution makes any local habitat disturbance potentially catastrophic for the entire population.
Where does Cyperus flavoculmis live?
Cyperus flavoculmis 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 flavoculmis?
The main threats to Cyperus flavoculmis are 1.1, 2.1, 2.3, and 4.1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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