VU

Limonium arcuatum

Unknown

Overview

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

Limonium arcuatum faces severe pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along Mediterranean shorelines, which directly destroys its specialized cliff-top habitats. Rising sea levels and increased storm intensity associated with climate change threaten to erode the narrow coastal zones where this species persists. Agricultural expansion and grazing pressure in adjacent areas further fragment remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits rocky coastal cliffs, salt marshes, and maritime grasslands along Mediterranean coastlines. It typically grows in calcareous soils with high salt tolerance, often in areas exposed to sea spray and strong winds.

Rocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Limonium arcuatum classified as Vulnerable?
Limonium arcuatum 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. Limonium arcuatum faces severe pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along Mediterranean shorelines, which directly destroys its specialized cliff-top habitats. Rising sea levels and increased storm intensity associated with climate change threaten to erode the narrow coastal zones where this species persists. Agricultural expansion and grazing pressure in adjacent areas further fragment remaining populations.
Where does Limonium arcuatum live?
Limonium arcuatum 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 Limonium arcuatum?
The main threats to Limonium arcuatum 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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