Euphorbia abdelkuri
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Euphorbia abdelkuri

Unknown

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Overview

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

Euphorbia abdelkuri faces severe pressure from overgrazing by introduced goats and cattle on Socotra Island, which prevents natural regeneration and damages existing plants. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to stochastic events, while climate change threatens to alter the delicate moisture balance of its highland habitat. Collection for horticultural trade poses an additional threat to remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic succulent occurs exclusively in the granite mountains of Socotra Island, Yemen, inhabiting rocky slopes and cliff faces at elevations between 300-1,500 meters. It thrives in semi-arid conditions with seasonal moisture from monsoon mists and occasional rainfall.

Shrubland· majorRocky areas· majorDesert· major

Conservation measures underway

Legislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Euphorbia abdelkuri classified as Endangered?
Euphorbia abdelkuri 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. Euphorbia abdelkuri faces severe pressure from overgrazing by introduced goats and cattle on Socotra Island, which prevents natural regeneration and damages existing plants. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to stochastic events, while climate change threatens to alter the delicate moisture balance of its highland habitat. Collection for horticultural trade poses an additional threat to remaining populations.
Where does Euphorbia abdelkuri live?
Euphorbia abdelkuri occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Euphorbia abdelkuri?
The main threats to Euphorbia abdelkuri 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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