CR

Haroldiella sykesii

Unknown

Overview

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

Haroldiella sykesii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbance. Quarrying activities and infrastructure development pose additional pressures on the remaining suitable habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits rocky outcrops and limestone formations in semi-arid regions. It is typically found in areas with sparse vegetation and well-drained soils characteristic of Mediterranean-type climates.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Haroldiella sykesii classified as Critically Endangered?
Haroldiella sykesii 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. Haroldiella sykesii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbance. Quarrying activities and infrastructure development pose additional pressures on the remaining suitable habitat patches.
Where does Haroldiella sykesii live?
Haroldiella sykesii 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 Haroldiella sykesii?
The main threats to Haroldiella sykesii 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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