VU

Sorbus franconica

DecliningVUEUVUEU

Overview

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

Sorbus franconica faces severe population fragmentation due to its extremely limited distribution in the Franconian Jura region of Bavaria, Germany. The species is threatened by habitat degradation from quarrying activities and limestone extraction in its rocky outcrop habitats. Climate change poses an additional risk as warming temperatures may alter the specific microclimate conditions this endemic species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Sorbus franconica is endemic to limestone cliffs and rocky outcrops in the Franconian Jura region of Bavaria, Germany. The species grows in crevices and ledges of calcareous rock formations, typically in areas with specific microclimate conditions created by the limestone geology.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical dry· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area managementEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sorbus franconica classified as Vulnerable?
Sorbus franconica 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. Sorbus franconica faces severe population fragmentation due to its extremely limited distribution in the Franconian Jura region of Bavaria, Germany. The species is threatened by habitat degradation from quarrying activities and limestone extraction in its rocky outcrop habitats. Climate change poses an additional risk as warming temperatures may alter the specific microclimate conditions this endemic species requires for survival.
Where does Sorbus franconica live?
Sorbus franconica occurs in Germany. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Sorbus franconica?
The main threats to Sorbus franconica 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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