CR

Xyris longibracteata

Unknown

Overview

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

Xyris longibracteata faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its restricted range. The species' specialized wetland requirements make it particularly vulnerable to drainage and conversion of seasonal pools and marshy areas. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits seasonal wetlands, marshy areas, and the margins of temporary pools in tropical regions. It requires specific hydrological conditions with periodic flooding and drying cycles typical of ephemeral wetland systems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Xyris longibracteata classified as Critically Endangered?
Xyris longibracteata 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 longibracteata faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its restricted range. The species' specialized wetland requirements make it particularly vulnerable to drainage and conversion of seasonal pools and marshy areas. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.
Where does Xyris longibracteata live?
Xyris longibracteata 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 longibracteata?
The main threats to Xyris longibracteata 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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