VU

Uta lowei

Unknown

Overview

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

Uta lowei faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to urban development and recreational activities across its limited range in Baja California. The species' restriction to specific rocky outcrop microhabitats makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while introduced predators and competitors may further impact populations in some areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This lizard species inhabits rocky outcrops, boulder fields, and granite formations in arid and semi-arid regions of Baja California, Mexico. It typically occupies crevices and surfaces of large rocks where it can thermoregulate and find shelter from predators.

Marine intertidal· majorRocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Uta lowei classified as Vulnerable?
Uta lowei is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Uta lowei faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to urban development and recreational activities across its limited range in Baja California. The species' restriction to specific rocky outcrop microhabitats makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while introduced predators and competitors may further impact populations in some areas.
Where does Uta lowei live?
Uta lowei occurs in Mexico. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Uta lowei?
The main threats to Uta lowei are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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