VU

Xerophaeus espoir

Unknown

Overview

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

Xerophaeus espoir faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range of dry forest and scrubland environments. Agricultural expansion and livestock grazing have fragmented its specialized habitat, while collection pressure for the pet trade has reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the vegetation structure this species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits dry deciduous forests, thorny scrublands, and semi-arid woodland edges with sparse canopy cover. It shows preference for areas with rocky outcrops and well-drained soils in elevation ranges between 200-800 meters.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Xerophaeus espoir classified as Vulnerable?
Xerophaeus espoir 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. Xerophaeus espoir faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range of dry forest and scrubland environments. Agricultural expansion and livestock grazing have fragmented its specialized habitat, while collection pressure for the pet trade has reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the vegetation structure this species depends upon.
Where does Xerophaeus espoir live?
Xerophaeus espoir occurs in Seychelles, and Zimbabwe. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Xerophaeus espoir?
The main threats to Xerophaeus espoir 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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