VU

Risdon Peppermint

Eucalyptus risdoni

Unknown

Overview

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

The Risdon Peppermint faces severe habitat fragmentation due to urban development around Hobart, Tasmania, where its remaining populations are confined to small, isolated patches. Historical clearing for agriculture and ongoing residential expansion have reduced its range to less than 20 square kilometers. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered fire regimes and increased drought stress, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its limited remaining habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

Eucalyptus risdoni occurs in dry sclerophyll woodland and open forest on dolerite-derived soils in southeastern Tasmania. It is restricted to elevations between 50-400 meters around the Hobart region, typically growing on well-drained slopes and ridges.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Risdon Peppermint classified as Vulnerable?
Risdon Peppermint 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. The Risdon Peppermint faces severe habitat fragmentation due to urban development around Hobart, Tasmania, where its remaining populations are confined to small, isolated patches. Historical clearing for agriculture and ongoing residential expansion have reduced its range to less than 20 square kilometers. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered fire regimes and increased drought stress, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its limited remaining habitat.
Where does Risdon Peppermint live?
Risdon Peppermint 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 Risdon Peppermint?
The main threats to Risdon Peppermint 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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