Columbian foxtail
CR

Columbian foxtail

Syagrus sancona

Unknown

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

Overview

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

Palmeirinha (Syagrus sancona) faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while overcollection for ornamental purposes and climate change impacts further compound the risks to remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This palm species occurs in tropical dry forests, gallery forests, and woodland savannas, typically in well-drained soils at elevations between 200-800 meters. It is often found along forest edges and in transitional zones between forest and grassland habitats.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Columbian foxtail classified as Critically Endangered?
Columbian foxtail 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. Palmeirinha (Syagrus sancona) faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while overcollection for ornamental purposes and climate change impacts further compound the risks to remaining populations.
Where does Columbian foxtail live?
Columbian foxtail 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 Columbian foxtail?
The main threats to Columbian foxtail 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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