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Sorbus dracofolia

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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.

Sorbus dracofolia faces severe population decline due to its extremely restricted range and small population size, making it highly vulnerable to stochastic events. The species is threatened by habitat degradation from grazing pressure and potential climate change impacts on its montane environment. Its limited reproductive capacity and narrow ecological requirements further compound conservation challenges.

Threat summary

Habitat

This rare rowan species inhabits rocky montane slopes and cliff faces in mountainous regions, typically growing in crevices and on ledges where it can establish in thin soils. It occurs at high elevations in specialized microhabitats that provide protection from extreme weather while maintaining adequate moisture levels.

Forest· majorForest - Temperate· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recoveryEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sorbus dracofolia classified as Critically Endangered?
Sorbus dracofolia 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. Sorbus dracofolia faces severe population decline due to its extremely restricted range and small population size, making it highly vulnerable to stochastic events. The species is threatened by habitat degradation from grazing pressure and potential climate change impacts on its montane environment. Its limited reproductive capacity and narrow ecological requirements further compound conservation challenges.
Where does Sorbus dracofolia live?
Sorbus dracofolia occurs in Hungary. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Sorbus dracofolia?
The main threats to Sorbus dracofolia 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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