CR

Pseudomisopates rivas-martinezii

Declining

Overview

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

Pseudomisopates rivas-martinezii faces severe threats from its extremely restricted range on the Canary Islands, where coastal development and tourism infrastructure have dramatically reduced suitable habitat. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter the native vegetation communities it depends upon. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought frequency in its Mediterranean-type habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic plant species inhabits rocky coastal areas and cliff faces in the Canary Islands, typically growing in crevices and on ledges within the Mediterranean-type scrubland vegetation. It occurs in areas with well-drained soils and exposure to maritime influences, often in association with other endemic Canarian flora.

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pseudomisopates rivas-martinezii classified as Critically Endangered?
Pseudomisopates rivas-martinezii 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. Pseudomisopates rivas-martinezii faces severe threats from its extremely restricted range on the Canary Islands, where coastal development and tourism infrastructure have dramatically reduced suitable habitat. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter the native vegetation communities it depends upon. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought frequency in its Mediterranean-type habitat.
Where does Pseudomisopates rivas-martinezii live?
Pseudomisopates rivas-martinezii occurs in Spain. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Pseudomisopates rivas-martinezii?
The main threats to Pseudomisopates rivas-martinezii 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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