Tyk vortelav
VU

Tyk vortelav

Wahlenbergiella mucosa

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wahlenbergiella_mucosa

Overview

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

Wahlenbergiella mucosa faces significant pressure from coastal development and infrastructure projects that directly destroy its specialized rocky shore habitats. Climate change poses an additional threat through rising sea levels and increased storm intensity, which can alter the delicate balance of moisture and salinity conditions this species requires. Pollution from urban runoff and marine debris further degrades the quality of its intertidal environment.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits rocky intertidal zones and coastal cliffs where it grows on moist, shaded rock surfaces exposed to salt spray. It requires specific microhabitat conditions with consistent moisture levels and protection from direct sunlight while maintaining access to marine-influenced air currents.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Tyk vortelav classified as Vulnerable?
Tyk vortelav 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. Wahlenbergiella mucosa faces significant pressure from coastal development and infrastructure projects that directly destroy its specialized rocky shore habitats. Climate change poses an additional threat through rising sea levels and increased storm intensity, which can alter the delicate balance of moisture and salinity conditions this species requires. Pollution from urban runoff and marine debris further degrades the quality of its intertidal environment.
Where does Tyk vortelav live?
Tyk vortelav 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 Tyk vortelav?
The main threats to Tyk vortelav 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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