VU

Tephrosia socotrana

Unknown

Overview

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

Tephrosia socotrana faces mounting pressure from overgrazing by introduced goats and cattle on Socotra Island, which degrades its specialized habitat and prevents natural regeneration. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat modification and climate-induced changes to the island's unique ecosystems. Infrastructure development and tourism expansion pose additional localized threats to remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic legume inhabits the arid limestone plateaus and rocky slopes of Socotra Island, typically growing in sparse shrubland and semi-desert vegetation communities. It occurs at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 500 meters, often associated with other endemic Socotran flora in areas with minimal soil development.

Marine coastal/supratidal· majorRocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Tephrosia socotrana classified as Vulnerable?
Tephrosia socotrana 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. Tephrosia socotrana faces mounting pressure from overgrazing by introduced goats and cattle on Socotra Island, which degrades its specialized habitat and prevents natural regeneration. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat modification and climate-induced changes to the island's unique ecosystems. Infrastructure development and tourism expansion pose additional localized threats to remaining populations.
Where does Tephrosia socotrana live?
Tephrosia socotrana 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 Tephrosia socotrana?
The main threats to Tephrosia socotrana 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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