VU

Salix riskindii

Stable

Overview

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

Salix riskindii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. Dam construction and water diversions have altered the natural hydrology of riparian systems where this willow depends on specific moisture regimes. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought frequency, which could eliminate the specialized wetland conditions this species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This willow species inhabits specialized riparian zones and wetland margins in arid and semi-arid regions, requiring consistent moisture availability and specific soil conditions. It typically grows along seasonal streams, springs, and other water sources where it can access groundwater or periodic flooding.

Forest· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major

Conservation measures underway

Species managementSpecies recoveryEx-situ conservationLinked enterprises & livelihood alternatives

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Salix riskindii classified as Vulnerable?
Salix riskindii 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. Salix riskindii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. Dam construction and water diversions have altered the natural hydrology of riparian systems where this willow depends on specific moisture regimes. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought frequency, which could eliminate the specialized wetland conditions this species requires for survival.
Where does Salix riskindii live?
Salix riskindii occurs in Mexico. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Salix riskindii?
The main threats to Salix riskindii 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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