ENEndangered
Geranio palustre
Geranium palustre
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Overview
Geranium palustre is a perennial species of flowering plant belonging to the family Geraniaceae.
Geranium palustre faces severe decline primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of wetland ecosystems through agricultural intensification, drainage, and urban development. The species' specialized requirements for marshy and wet meadow habitats make it particularly vulnerable to hydrological changes and land use conversion.
Habitat
TERRESTRIAL· major
Other threatened species in Geraniaceae
Frequently asked questions
Why is Geranio palustre classified as Endangered?
Geranio palustre 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. Geranium palustre faces severe decline primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of wetland ecosystems through agricultural intensification, drainage, and urban development. The species' specialized requirements for marshy and wet meadow habitats make it particularly vulnerable to hydrological changes and land use conversion.
Where does Geranio palustre live?
Geranio palustre 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 Geranio palustre?
The main threats to Geranio palustre 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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