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Micromeria forbesii

Unknown

Overview

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

Micromeria forbesii faces severe threats from habitat degradation due to overgrazing by livestock, particularly goats, which damage the fragile endemic plant communities of Cape Verde's mountainous regions. Urban development and infrastructure expansion on the islands further fragment its already limited habitat range. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought frequency, which could severely impact this drought-adapted but range-restricted endemic species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Cape Verdean species inhabits rocky slopes, cliff faces, and mountainous terrain at elevations between 400-1,200 meters. It typically grows in semi-arid environments with sparse vegetation, often in crevices and on steep rocky outcrops where it can access limited moisture.

Desert· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Micromeria forbesii classified as Endangered?
Micromeria forbesii is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Micromeria forbesii faces severe threats from habitat degradation due to overgrazing by livestock, particularly goats, which damage the fragile endemic plant communities of Cape Verde's mountainous regions. Urban development and infrastructure expansion on the islands further fragment its already limited habitat range. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought frequency, which could severely impact this drought-adapted but range-restricted endemic species.
Where does Micromeria forbesii live?
Micromeria forbesii occurs in Cape Verde. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Micromeria forbesii?
The main threats to Micromeria forbesii 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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