VU

Limonium sougiae

Unknown

Overview

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

Limonium sougiae faces severe pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along the Mediterranean coastline where it occurs. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat modification, with construction activities and recreational use directly impacting its specialized coastal cliff habitats. Climate change poses an additional threat through sea-level rise and increased storm intensity, which can erode the narrow coastal zones where this endemic sea lavender persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

Limonium sougiae inhabits rocky coastal cliffs, salt-tolerant scrubland, and maritime grasslands along Mediterranean shorelines. The species is adapted to harsh coastal conditions including salt spray, strong winds, and poor soils typical of exposed cliff-top environments.

Rocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recoveryEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Limonium sougiae classified as Vulnerable?
Limonium sougiae 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 sougiae faces severe pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along the Mediterranean coastline where it occurs. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat modification, with construction activities and recreational use directly impacting its specialized coastal cliff habitats. Climate change poses an additional threat through sea-level rise and increased storm intensity, which can erode the narrow coastal zones where this endemic sea lavender persists.
Where does Limonium sougiae live?
Limonium sougiae 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 sougiae?
The main threats to Limonium sougiae 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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