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Umbilicus schmidtii

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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.

Umbilicus schmidtii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and infrastructure expansion across its limited Mediterranean range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting the rocky crevices and cliff faces where it grows. Agricultural intensification and quarrying activities have further reduced available habitat in several key locations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This succulent plant inhabits rocky crevices, cliff faces, and stone walls in Mediterranean coastal regions. It typically grows in well-drained, calcareous substrates with partial shade, often found in traditional stone structures and natural limestone formations.

Rocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Umbilicus schmidtii classified as Endangered?
Umbilicus schmidtii is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Umbilicus schmidtii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and infrastructure expansion across its limited Mediterranean range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting the rocky crevices and cliff faces where it grows. Agricultural intensification and quarrying activities have further reduced available habitat in several key locations.
Where does Umbilicus schmidtii live?
Umbilicus schmidtii occurs in Cape Verde. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Umbilicus schmidtii?
The main threats to Umbilicus schmidtii 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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