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Nesocrambe socotrana

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Overview

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

Nesocrambe socotrana faces severe pressure from overgrazing by introduced goats and cattle on Socotra Island, which degrades its specialized limestone cliff habitats. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to habitat destruction from infrastructure development and quarrying activities. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns affecting the island's unique ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic plant inhabits limestone cliffs and rocky outcrops in the mountainous regions of Socotra Island, typically growing in crevices and on steep slopes at elevations between 300-1,500 meters. It thrives in the island's semi-arid conditions with specialized adaptations to the harsh, wind-exposed cliff environments.

Rocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Nesocrambe socotrana classified as Endangered?
Nesocrambe socotrana 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. Nesocrambe socotrana faces severe pressure from overgrazing by introduced goats and cattle on Socotra Island, which degrades its specialized limestone cliff habitats. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to habitat destruction from infrastructure development and quarrying activities. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns affecting the island's unique ecosystems.
Where does Nesocrambe socotrana live?
Nesocrambe socotrana occurs in Morocco. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Nesocrambe socotrana?
The main threats to Nesocrambe socotrana 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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