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Paspalum soboliferum

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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.

Paspalum soboliferum faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its native range in South America's grassland ecosystems. Urban development and infrastructure projects have fragmented remaining populations, while altered fire regimes and invasive grass species compete for resources in its specialized habitat niches. Climate change compounds these pressures by shifting precipitation patterns that affect the seasonal flooding cycles this species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This grass species inhabits seasonally flooded grasslands, wet savannas, and marshy areas in South America's temperate and subtropical regions. It typically grows in areas with periodic inundation and well-drained soils during dry seasons.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Paspalum soboliferum classified as Endangered?
Paspalum soboliferum 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. Paspalum soboliferum faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its native range in South America's grassland ecosystems. Urban development and infrastructure projects have fragmented remaining populations, while altered fire regimes and invasive grass species compete for resources in its specialized habitat niches. Climate change compounds these pressures by shifting precipitation patterns that affect the seasonal flooding cycles this species depends upon.
Where does Paspalum soboliferum live?
Paspalum soboliferum 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 Paspalum soboliferum?
The main threats to Paspalum soboliferum 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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