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Cicer canariense

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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.

Cicer canariense faces severe population decline due to habitat degradation from overgrazing by introduced goats and rabbits across its native Canary Islands range. Urban development and agricultural expansion have fragmented the remaining populations, while the species' extremely limited distribution makes it vulnerable to stochastic events. Competition from invasive plant species further threatens the survival of remaining wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic legume inhabits rocky slopes, cliff faces, and volcanic terrain in the laurel forest and pine forest zones of the Canary Islands. It typically grows in well-drained soils on steep terrain between 400-1200 meters elevation.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservationLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cicer canariense classified as Endangered?
Cicer canariense 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. Cicer canariense faces severe population decline due to habitat degradation from overgrazing by introduced goats and rabbits across its native Canary Islands range. Urban development and agricultural expansion have fragmented the remaining populations, while the species' extremely limited distribution makes it vulnerable to stochastic events. Competition from invasive plant species further threatens the survival of remaining wild populations.
Where does Cicer canariense live?
Cicer canariense occurs in Spain. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cicer canariense?
The main threats to Cicer canariense 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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