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Eriosyce umadeave

Declining

Overview

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

Eriosyce umadeave faces severe pressure from habitat destruction due to mining activities and urban expansion in its limited range in northern Chile. The species is particularly vulnerable to collection for the illegal cactus trade, as its distinctive appearance makes it highly sought after by collectors. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns in its already arid habitat, potentially pushing this specialized desert cactus beyond its tolerance limits.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic cactus inhabits rocky slopes and gravelly flats in the extremely arid coastal desert of northern Chile, typically growing on mineral-rich soils between sea level and 1,000 meters elevation. It occurs in areas receiving less than 50mm of annual rainfall, relying on coastal fog for additional moisture.

Grassland· majorRocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eriosyce umadeave classified as Endangered?
Eriosyce umadeave is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Eriosyce umadeave faces severe pressure from habitat destruction due to mining activities and urban expansion in its limited range in northern Chile. The species is particularly vulnerable to collection for the illegal cactus trade, as its distinctive appearance makes it highly sought after by collectors. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns in its already arid habitat, potentially pushing this specialized desert cactus beyond its tolerance limits.
Where does Eriosyce umadeave live?
Eriosyce umadeave occurs in Argentina. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Eriosyce umadeave?
The main threats to Eriosyce umadeave 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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