VU

Sosane wireni

Unknown

Overview

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

Sosane wireni faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its montane grassland environments. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting the moisture-dependent ecosystems it inhabits.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane grasslands and alpine meadows at high elevations, typically in areas with consistent moisture and well-drained soils. It is associated with specific vegetation communities that provide both shelter and food resources in these harsh mountain environments.

MARINE· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sosane wireni classified as Vulnerable?
Sosane wireni 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. Sosane wireni faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its montane grassland environments. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting the moisture-dependent ecosystems it inhabits.
Where does Sosane wireni live?
Sosane wireni occurs in Canada, Greenland, Indonesia, Namibia, Norway, and Russia (plus 6 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Sosane wireni?
The main threats to Sosane wireni 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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