CR

Panicum pearsonii

Unknown

Overview

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

Panicum pearsonii faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Overgrazing by livestock has degraded the grassland ecosystems where this endemic grass species naturally occurs, reducing both habitat quality and reproductive success.

Threat summary

Habitat

Panicum pearsonii inhabits specialized grassland and savanna ecosystems, typically occurring in well-drained soils of open woodland margins and rocky outcrops. The species shows preference for areas with moderate rainfall and seasonal moisture patterns characteristic of its native range.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Panicum pearsonii classified as Critically Endangered?
Panicum pearsonii 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. Panicum pearsonii faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Overgrazing by livestock has degraded the grassland ecosystems where this endemic grass species naturally occurs, reducing both habitat quality and reproductive success.
Where does Panicum pearsonii live?
Panicum pearsonii occurs in Namibia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Panicum pearsonii?
The main threats to Panicum pearsonii 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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