VU

Floridobia ponderosa

Unknown

Overview

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

Floridobia ponderosa faces significant pressure from urban development and agricultural expansion throughout its limited Florida range. Habitat fragmentation has isolated populations, reducing genetic diversity and making recovery more difficult. Water table alterations from development and agriculture have disrupted the moisture-dependent ecosystems this species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits moist hardwood hammocks and mixed pine-hardwood forests in central and northern Florida. It requires areas with consistent moisture levels and dense canopy cover, typically found in undisturbed forest fragments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Floridobia ponderosa classified as Vulnerable?
Floridobia ponderosa 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. Floridobia ponderosa faces significant pressure from urban development and agricultural expansion throughout its limited Florida range. Habitat fragmentation has isolated populations, reducing genetic diversity and making recovery more difficult. Water table alterations from development and agriculture have disrupted the moisture-dependent ecosystems this species requires for survival.
Where does Floridobia ponderosa live?
Floridobia ponderosa 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 Floridobia ponderosa?
The main threats to Floridobia ponderosa 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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