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Xyris navicularis

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Overview

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

Xyris navicularis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that directly destroy its specialized wetland habitats. Urban development and infrastructure projects have fragmented remaining populations, while altered hydrology from drainage and water diversion threatens the specific moisture conditions this species requires. Climate change compounds these pressures by intensifying drought periods that can eliminate the seasonal wetlands essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Xyris navicularis inhabits seasonal wetlands, marshy areas, and the margins of temporary pools in tropical and subtropical regions. This yellow-eyed grass species requires specific hydrological conditions with periodic flooding and drying cycles that support its specialized growth patterns.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Xyris navicularis classified as Endangered?
Xyris navicularis 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. Xyris navicularis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that directly destroy its specialized wetland habitats. Urban development and infrastructure projects have fragmented remaining populations, while altered hydrology from drainage and water diversion threatens the specific moisture conditions this species requires. Climate change compounds these pressures by intensifying drought periods that can eliminate the seasonal wetlands essential for its survival.
Where does Xyris navicularis live?
Xyris navicularis 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 navicularis?
The main threats to Xyris navicularis 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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