CR

slitsfibbla

Hieracium polyschistomorphum

Unknown

Overview

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

Hieracium polyschistomorphum faces severe threats from habitat loss due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' highly specialized ecological requirements and small population size make it extremely vulnerable to environmental changes and human disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species occupies specialized alpine and subalpine grasslands, rocky slopes, and scree habitats typically found at elevations between 1,500-2,800 meters. It requires well-drained calcareous soils and open areas with minimal canopy cover in mountainous regions.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is slitsfibbla classified as Critically Endangered?
slitsfibbla 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. Hieracium polyschistomorphum faces severe threats from habitat loss due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' highly specialized ecological requirements and small population size make it extremely vulnerable to environmental changes and human disturbance.
Where does slitsfibbla live?
slitsfibbla 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 slitsfibbla?
The main threats to slitsfibbla 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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