Liolaemus occipitalis
VU

Liolaemus occipitalis

Declining

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Overview

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

Liolaemus occipitalis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation caused by agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its restricted range along Argentina's Atlantic coast. Urban development and coastal infrastructure projects have fragmented remaining populations, while introduced vegetation alters the native plant communities this lizard depends on for shelter and prey. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting coastal dune systems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits coastal sand dunes and adjacent scrubland along Argentina's Atlantic coast, particularly favoring areas with sparse vegetation and sandy substrates. It occurs in both primary dune systems and modified coastal environments where native vegetation persists.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Liolaemus occipitalis classified as Vulnerable?
Liolaemus occipitalis 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. Liolaemus occipitalis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation caused by agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its restricted range along Argentina's Atlantic coast. Urban development and coastal infrastructure projects have fragmented remaining populations, while introduced vegetation alters the native plant communities this lizard depends on for shelter and prey. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting coastal dune systems.
Where does Liolaemus occipitalis live?
Liolaemus occipitalis 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 Liolaemus occipitalis?
The main threats to Liolaemus occipitalis 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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