CR

Pectis juniperina

Unknown

Overview

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

Pectis juniperina faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate ecological balance this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Pectis juniperina inhabits specialized dry scrubland and rocky outcrops in arid regions, typically growing in well-drained soils among native shrub communities. The species is adapted to harsh environmental conditions with limited water availability and extreme temperature fluctuations.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pectis juniperina classified as Critically Endangered?
Pectis juniperina 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. Pectis juniperina faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate ecological balance this endemic species requires.
Where does Pectis juniperina live?
Pectis juniperina 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 Pectis juniperina?
The main threats to Pectis juniperina 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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