CR

Devillea flagelliformis

Unknown

Overview

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

Devillea flagelliformis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate moisture conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits specialized microhabitats within coastal scrubland and rocky outcrops, typically requiring specific moisture and soil conditions. It is endemic to a very limited geographic area with highly fragmented populations.

Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major

Conservation measures underway

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Devillea flagelliformis classified as Critically Endangered?
Devillea flagelliformis 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. Devillea flagelliformis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate moisture conditions this species requires.
Where does Devillea flagelliformis live?
Devillea flagelliformis occurs in Brazil. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Devillea flagelliformis?
The main threats to Devillea flagelliformis are 1.1, 3.3, 7.2, and ai-1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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