Shortleaf sundew
CR

Shortleaf sundew

Drosera brevifolia

Unknown

Photo: Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA

Overview

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

Shortleaf sundew faces severe threats from habitat loss due to wetland drainage, agricultural conversion, and urban development across its range. The species' specialized carnivorous ecology and dependence on specific moisture and nutrient conditions make it particularly vulnerable to hydrological changes and habitat fragmentation.

Threat summary

Habitat

Shortleaf sundew occurs in wet sandy soils of bogs, seeps, ditches, and margins of ponds and streams, typically in open areas with consistent moisture. The species thrives in nutrient-poor, acidic wetland habitats where its carnivorous adaptations provide a competitive advantage.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Shortleaf sundew classified as Critically Endangered?
Shortleaf sundew 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. Shortleaf sundew faces severe threats from habitat loss due to wetland drainage, agricultural conversion, and urban development across its range. The species' specialized carnivorous ecology and dependence on specific moisture and nutrient conditions make it particularly vulnerable to hydrological changes and habitat fragmentation.
Where does Shortleaf sundew live?
Shortleaf sundew 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 Shortleaf sundew?
The main threats to Shortleaf sundew 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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