VU

Pycnocoma littoralis

Unknown

Overview

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

Pycnocoma littoralis faces significant pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along its restricted Mediterranean range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to shoreline modification and increased human foot traffic, which can compact soils and alter the microhabitat conditions essential for its survival. Climate change poses an additional threat through rising sea levels and altered precipitation patterns that could further reduce suitable coastal habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits sandy coastal areas, dunes, and littoral zones along Mediterranean shorelines. It typically occurs in areas with sparse vegetation and well-drained sandy soils near the high tide mark.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pycnocoma littoralis classified as Vulnerable?
Pycnocoma littoralis is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Pycnocoma littoralis faces significant pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along its restricted Mediterranean range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to shoreline modification and increased human foot traffic, which can compact soils and alter the microhabitat conditions essential for its survival. Climate change poses an additional threat through rising sea levels and altered precipitation patterns that could further reduce suitable coastal habitat.
Where does Pycnocoma littoralis live?
Pycnocoma littoralis 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 Pycnocoma littoralis?
The main threats to Pycnocoma littoralis 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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