sand rush
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sand rush

Juncus tenageia

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Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Juncus_tenageia

Overview

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

Sand rush faces severe decline due to the widespread drainage and conversion of temporary wetlands for agricultural development and urban expansion. The species' specialized requirement for seasonally flooded sandy or muddy substrates makes it particularly vulnerable to hydrological changes and water table modifications. Climate change exacerbates these pressures by altering precipitation patterns and increasing drought frequency in its Mediterranean and Atlantic coastal habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

Sand rush inhabits temporary pools, seasonal wetlands, and damp sandy or muddy areas that flood during winter and spring but dry out in summer. It typically occurs in coastal regions, river valleys, and Mediterranean-climate zones where it colonizes disturbed ground, pond margins, and ephemeral water bodies.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is sand rush classified as Endangered?
sand rush is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Sand rush faces severe decline due to the widespread drainage and conversion of temporary wetlands for agricultural development and urban expansion. The species' specialized requirement for seasonally flooded sandy or muddy substrates makes it particularly vulnerable to hydrological changes and water table modifications. Climate change exacerbates these pressures by altering precipitation patterns and increasing drought frequency in its Mediterranean and Atlantic coastal habitats.
Where does sand rush live?
sand rush 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 sand rush?
The main threats to sand rush 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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