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Sorbus veszpremensis

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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 veszpremensis faces severe population pressure from habitat fragmentation and degradation of its specialized limestone cliff environments in the Bakony Mountains of Hungary. Urban development and quarrying activities have reduced available habitat, while the species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to localized disturbances. Climate change poses additional risks by altering the specific microclimate conditions required for this endemic rowan's survival on exposed rocky substrates.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Hungarian rowan inhabits limestone cliffs and rocky outcrops in the Bakony Mountains, specifically adapted to the alkaline soils and exposed conditions of these specialized geological formations. The species thrives in the unique microclimate created by limestone substrates, requiring well-drained rocky terrain with specific pH conditions.

Shrubland· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recoveryEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sorbus veszpremensis classified as Vulnerable?
Sorbus veszpremensis 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 veszpremensis faces severe population pressure from habitat fragmentation and degradation of its specialized limestone cliff environments in the Bakony Mountains of Hungary. Urban development and quarrying activities have reduced available habitat, while the species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to localized disturbances. Climate change poses additional risks by altering the specific microclimate conditions required for this endemic rowan's survival on exposed rocky substrates.
Where does Sorbus veszpremensis live?
Sorbus veszpremensis 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 veszpremensis?
The main threats to Sorbus veszpremensis 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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