CR

Halobrecta princeps

Unknown

Overview

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

Halobrecta princeps faces severe threats from coastal development and habitat modification along its restricted range. Rising sea levels and increased storm intensity associated with climate change pose additional risks to its specialized saltmarsh and coastal wetland habitats. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and pollution events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits specialized saltmarsh environments and coastal wetlands with specific salinity requirements. It is typically found in areas where freshwater meets saltwater, creating the unique brackish conditions necessary for its survival.

Marine coastal/supratidal· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Halobrecta princeps classified as Critically Endangered?
Halobrecta princeps is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Halobrecta princeps faces severe threats from coastal development and habitat modification along its restricted range. Rising sea levels and increased storm intensity associated with climate change pose additional risks to its specialized saltmarsh and coastal wetland habitats. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and pollution events.
Where does Halobrecta princeps live?
Halobrecta princeps 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 Halobrecta princeps?
The main threats to Halobrecta princeps 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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