Narrowleaf Burreed
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Narrowleaf Burreed

Sparganium angustifolium

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Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sparganium_angustifolium

Overview

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

Narrowleaf Burreed faces severe population declines primarily due to wetland habitat destruction and degradation across its range. Agricultural expansion, urban development, and water management practices have eliminated many of the shallow, nutrient-poor waters this species requires. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering precipitation patterns and water levels in remaining suitable habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

Narrowleaf Burreed inhabits shallow, nutrient-poor freshwater environments including pond margins, slow-moving streams, and marshy areas with soft substrates. The species typically occurs in waters 0.5-2 meters deep with emergent vegetation and requires stable water levels during its growing season.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Narrowleaf Burreed classified as Endangered?
Narrowleaf Burreed 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. Narrowleaf Burreed faces severe population declines primarily due to wetland habitat destruction and degradation across its range. Agricultural expansion, urban development, and water management practices have eliminated many of the shallow, nutrient-poor waters this species requires. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering precipitation patterns and water levels in remaining suitable habitats.
Where does Narrowleaf Burreed live?
Narrowleaf Burreed occurs in Åland Islands, Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belarus, and Belgium (plus 37 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Narrowleaf Burreed?
The main threats to Narrowleaf Burreed 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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