CR

Hieracium pycnotomum

Local name: nätfibbla

Unknown

Overview

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

Hieracium pycnotomum faces severe threats from habitat loss due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' highly specialized habitat requirements and small population size make it extremely vulnerable to environmental changes and human disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

Rocky outcrops, limestone cliffs, and dry grasslands in mountainous regions, typically at elevations between 200-800 meters. The species requires well-drained calcareous soils and open sunny conditions with minimal canopy cover.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is nätfibbla classified as Critically Endangered?
nätfibbla is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Hieracium pycnotomum faces severe threats from habitat loss due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' highly specialized habitat requirements and small population size make it extremely vulnerable to environmental changes and human disturbance.
Where does nätfibbla live?
nätfibbla 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 nätfibbla?
The main threats to nätfibbla 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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