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Globularia sarcophylla

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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.

Globularia sarcophylla faces severe pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted Mediterranean range. The species is particularly vulnerable to overgrazing by livestock, which damages the specialized rocky habitats where it grows. Urban development and infrastructure expansion in coastal areas further fragment its already limited populations, while climate change threatens to alter the specific microclimatic conditions this endemic plant requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Mediterranean plant inhabits rocky limestone cliffs, crevices, and coastal scrublands, typically growing in well-drained calcareous soils. It thrives in exposed, sunny locations with minimal soil depth, often found on steep slopes and cliff faces where few other plants can establish.

Shrubland· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies reintroductionLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Globularia sarcophylla classified as Vulnerable?
Globularia sarcophylla 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. Globularia sarcophylla faces severe pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted Mediterranean range. The species is particularly vulnerable to overgrazing by livestock, which damages the specialized rocky habitats where it grows. Urban development and infrastructure expansion in coastal areas further fragment its already limited populations, while climate change threatens to alter the specific microclimatic conditions this endemic plant requires.
Where does Globularia sarcophylla live?
Globularia sarcophylla 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 Globularia sarcophylla?
The main threats to Globularia sarcophylla 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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