Halophila baillonii
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Halophila baillonii faces severe pressure from coastal development and port construction activities that directly destroy its shallow marine habitats. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban discharge degrades water quality in the coastal lagoons and estuaries where this seagrass species grows. Climate change-induced sea level rise and increased storm intensity further threaten the stability of its shallow water ecosystems.
Habitat
This marine seagrass species inhabits shallow coastal waters, lagoons, and estuaries in tropical and subtropical regions. It typically grows in sandy or muddy substrates at depths of 1-10 meters where light penetration supports photosynthesis.