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Newnhamia insolita

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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.

Newnhamia insolita faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range in Western Australia. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes, while its restricted distribution increases extinction risk from localized threats. Climate change poses additional challenges through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the specific soil and vegetation conditions this species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits specialized sandy soils and heath vegetation in southwestern Western Australia, typically occurring in areas with specific drainage and soil chemistry requirements. It is associated with particular plant communities that provide both shelter and food resources within its restricted geographic range.

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Newnhamia fuscata

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Newnhamia insolita classified as Vulnerable?
Newnhamia insolita 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. Newnhamia insolita faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range in Western Australia. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes, while its restricted distribution increases extinction risk from localized threats. Climate change poses additional challenges through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the specific soil and vegetation conditions this species depends upon.
Where does Newnhamia insolita live?
Newnhamia insolita 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 Newnhamia insolita?
The main threats to Newnhamia insolita 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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