Warneckea mangrovensis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Warneckea mangrovensis faces severe pressure from mangrove habitat destruction along West African coastlines, where coastal development and aquaculture expansion have eliminated significant portions of its specialized ecosystem. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to sea-level rise and increased storm intensity associated with climate change, which can alter the delicate salinity balance required for mangrove survival. Additional threats include pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development that degrades water quality in remaining mangrove systems.
Habitat
This species is endemic to mangrove ecosystems along the West African coast, where it grows in the intertidal zone among mangrove roots and mudflats. It requires the specific salinity conditions and tidal fluctuations characteristic of healthy mangrove systems.
Other threatened species in MELASTOMATACEAE
Threatened in Cameroon
Frequently asked questions
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