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Vicia kalakhensis

Declining

Overview

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

Vicia kalakhensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and overgrazing in its limited mountain habitat range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for traditional uses and climate-induced shifts in alpine vegetation zones further threaten remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic legume species inhabits alpine and subalpine meadows, rocky slopes, and grasslands at high elevations in mountainous regions. It typically grows in well-drained soils among native grass communities and scattered shrubland.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Vicia kalakhensis classified as Endangered?
Vicia kalakhensis 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. Vicia kalakhensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and overgrazing in its limited mountain habitat range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while collection for traditional uses and climate-induced shifts in alpine vegetation zones further threaten remaining populations.
Where does Vicia kalakhensis live?
Vicia kalakhensis occurs in Lebanon, and Syria. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Vicia kalakhensis?
The main threats to Vicia kalakhensis 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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