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Hieracium prolatatum

Local name: väskindefibbla

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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.

Väskindefibbla faces severe threats from habitat degradation in its restricted alpine and subalpine environments. The species is particularly vulnerable to changes in grazing patterns, as both overgrazing and abandonment of traditional pastoral practices alter the delicate balance of its specialized grassland habitats. Climate change poses an additional threat by shifting temperature and precipitation patterns in high-altitude ecosystems, potentially forcing the species toward higher elevations with limited suitable habitat remaining.

Threat summary

Habitat

Väskindefibbla inhabits specialized alpine and subalpine grasslands, typically occurring in calcareous soils at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. The species thrives in semi-natural grasslands maintained by traditional grazing practices, often found on steep slopes and rocky outcrops where it can establish in crevices and disturbed ground.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is väskindefibbla classified as Endangered?
väskindefibbla 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. Väskindefibbla faces severe threats from habitat degradation in its restricted alpine and subalpine environments. The species is particularly vulnerable to changes in grazing patterns, as both overgrazing and abandonment of traditional pastoral practices alter the delicate balance of its specialized grassland habitats. Climate change poses an additional threat by shifting temperature and precipitation patterns in high-altitude ecosystems, potentially forcing the species toward higher elevations with limited suitable habitat remaining.
Where does väskindefibbla live?
väskindefibbla 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 väskindefibbla?
The main threats to väskindefibbla 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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