VU

Lepyrium showalteri

Unknown

Overview

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

Lepyrium showalteri faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, while its restricted distribution increases extinction risk from localized disturbances. Collection pressure for scientific specimens and potential horticultural trade may also impact wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species typically inhabits specialized microhabitats within temperate ecosystems, often associated with specific soil conditions or substrate requirements. It demonstrates narrow ecological tolerance, making it dependent on maintaining precise environmental conditions within its restricted geographic range.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Lepyrium showalteri classified as Vulnerable?
Lepyrium showalteri 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. Lepyrium showalteri faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, while its restricted distribution increases extinction risk from localized disturbances. Collection pressure for scientific specimens and potential horticultural trade may also impact wild populations.
Where does Lepyrium showalteri live?
Lepyrium showalteri 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 Lepyrium showalteri?
The main threats to Lepyrium showalteri 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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