CR

Xyris ekmanii

Unknown

Overview

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

Xyris ekmanii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting the wetland habitats it depends upon. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

Xyris ekmanii inhabits seasonal wetlands, marshy areas, and the edges of temporary pools in tropical regions. The species requires specific hydrological conditions with periodic flooding and drying cycles that support its specialized growth requirements.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Xyris ekmanii classified as Critically Endangered?
Xyris ekmanii is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Xyris ekmanii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting the wetland habitats it depends upon. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.
Where does Xyris ekmanii live?
Xyris ekmanii 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 Xyris ekmanii?
The main threats to Xyris ekmanii 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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