Iucn red list categories 16 (September 2018) Prepared by Red List Technical Working Group. Assessor(s) Reviewer(s) Contributor(s) Facilitator(s) / Compiler(s) Partner(s) / Institution(s) Authority / Authorities. The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. ii+30pp. Also available in HTML format. However, while the Red List may focus attention on those The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. It allows us to identify common symptoms (both spatial and functional) to understand the level of risk that an ecosystem is facing. It is also used alongside the Guidelines for Application Produce a new version of guidelines for the application of the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria. Current population trend. It is part of the growing toolbox for assessing risks to biodiversity and aims to support conservation, resource use, and management decisions by identifying ecosystems most at risk of biodiversity loss. It is also used alongside the Guidelines for Application The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. These ex perts have cumulatively participated in nearly 50 meetings and workshops in more than 20 countries around the world, as well as submitted comments and suggestions remotely. In March 2024, the Guidelines for Using the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria were updated to version 16. Since their introduction these categories have become widely recognised internationally, and they are now used in a whole range of publications and The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. The Red List of Ecosystems, using the Red List Index for Ecosystems, is a headline indicator for Goal A and Target 1, and also supports Targets 2, 3, and 7. In addition, we do not expect the IUCN Red List Criteria to be revised in the near Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. Today the list itself is an online database available to the public. Endemism (according to assessment) Endemic to region . It provides a globally accepted standard with which to measure the conservation status of species over time. Recognizing the need for coherent guidelines for the application of IUCN Red List Categories at regional levels, the First World Conservation Congress held in Montreal in 1996, adopted a resolution (WCC Res. providing information that can guide actions taken to conserve biological diversity. Year last seen. Die Rote Liste gefährdeter Arten, auch nur Rote Liste oder im Original Red Data Book genannt, ist die von der IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources) veröffentlichte Liste weltweit vom Aussterben gefährdeter Tier- und Pflanzenarten. Currently, there are more than 166,000 species on The IUCN Red List, with more Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. To allow for occasional changes in documentation requirements for The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. This publication provides the latest version of the system and its application guidelines. , at least 80% of the species in the group has been assessed) groups containing ≥150 species The IUCN Red List tells us which species are the most likely to go extinct, where these species occur, the threats causing the extinction pressure and the conservation actions needed. 2 Reasons for a distribution map 4 2 What distribution data are needed for Red List assessments? 5 2. The 1994 IUCN Categories and Criteria were developed to improve objectivity and transparency in assessing the conservation status of species, and therefore to improve consistency and understanding among users. Justification. Scientists can analyze the percentage of The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. for assessment at the global level. For each species, The IUCN Red List provides information about its range, population size, habitat and ecology, use and/or trade, threats and conservation actions. This publication is a The IUCN Red List of Ecosystems Categories and Criteria are designed to be widely applicable across ecosystem types and geographical areas, transparent and scientifically rigorous, and easily understood by policy makers and the public. Find out the latest news, data and actions to protect biodiversity based on the Red List information. The IUCN red list was established to educate the public and policymakers on the urgent conservation issues that face us today. Critically endangered (CR): Extremely high danger of eradication in nature. According to the IUCN, the Red List goals include:. The IUCN Red List is a critical indicator of the health of the world’s biodiversity. This latest version of the classification Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. drawing attention to the magnitude and importance of threatened biodiversity IUCN Red List of Ecosystems Categories and Criteriasince 2008. An observed, estimated, projected or inferred continuing decline AND at least 1 of the following 3 conditions: Number of mature individuals C1. It divides species into nine categories: Not Evaluated, Data Deficient, Least The threatened species categories used in Red Data Books and Red Lists have been in place for almost 30 years. 1 (IUCN 2001, 2012). Learn how to classify species at high risk of global extinction using the IUCN Red List system. Language versions issued separately. Species listed as Critically Endangered, Endangered or Vulnerable are collectively described as threatened. Since their introduction these categories have become widely recognised internationally, and they are now used in a whole range of publications and The IUCN Red List is a critical indicator of the health of the world’s biodiversity. However, while the Red List may focus attention on those The IUCN Red List brings into focus the ongoing decline of Earth’s biodiversity and the influence humans have on life on the planet. Recognizing the underdeveloped scientific basis for these Red List Authorities Red List Authorities (RLAs) oversee the assessment of species within their remit according to the IUCN Rules of Procedure. IUCN, Gland, Switzerland and Cambridge, UK. Endangered (EN): High danger of annihilation The threatened species categories used in Red Data Books and Red Lists have been in place for almost 30 years. The IUCN Red List of Ecosystems is a global framework for monitoring the status of ecosystems. As countries report on species trends as part of their commitments towards the Global Biodiversity Framework, the newly published "IUCN SSC Guidelines for Establishing a National Red List Programme" will support Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. 1. 48 IUCN Red List: Categories of Threat RECOGNIZING the wide international acceptance of IUCN's Red List categories for threatened species; EMPHASIZING the need for IUCN to continue its role of providing, on a regular basis, an authoritative global assessment of the status of species of the very highest conservation concern through the IUCN Red List; ACKNOWLEDGING that Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. The assessment of many species for the 1996 Red List drew attention to certain areas of difficulty, which led IUCN to initiate a review of the 1994 categories and criteria, which was undertaken during 1998 to 1999. Taxon distribution as listed in assessment. Each criterion has a set of quantitative SUMMARY OF THE FIVE CRITERIA (A-E) USED TO EVALUATE IF A TAXON BELONGS IN AN IUCN RED LIST THREATENED CATEGORY (CRITICALLY ENDANGERED, ENDANGERED OR VULNERABLE). List of Threatened Animals. Note that currently (June 2024), the most recent French and Spanish translations are for version 14, and the most recent Portuguese translation is for version 15. The IUCN Red List is a critical indicator of the health of the world’s biodiversity–a Barometer of The IUCN Red List Threat Category PMS Red Green Blue HTML Colour Not Applicable (NA) 401 193 181 165 #C1B5A5 Not Evaluated (NE) White 255 255 255 #FFFFFF Data Deficient (DD) 441 209 209 198 #D1D1C6 Least Concern (LC) 360 96 198 89 #60C659 Near threatened (NT) 381 204 226 38 #CCE226 Vulnerable (VU) 102 249 232 20 #F9E814 Endangered (EN) 164 252 IUCN Library; IUCN Red List of Threatened Species TM; IUCN Green List of Protected and Conserved Areas ; IUCN World Heritage Outlook; IUCN Leaders Forum; ECOLEX; Protected Planet; Union Portal (login required) IUCN Engage (login required) Commission portal (login required) English; Français; Español; Get Involved. Such assessments, which take into account the world-wide distribution range of a species, are known as global assessments and are included in the IUCN's international Red List of Threatened Species. It identifies those species that are threatened with extinction at the regional level – in order that appropriate conservation action can be taken to improve their status. A taxon is presumed Extinct when exhaustive surveys in known and/or expected habitat, at appropriate times (diurnal, seasonal, annual), throughout its historic range have failed to Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. However, while the Red List may focus attention on those The threatened species categories used in Red Data Books and Red Lists have been in place for almost 30 years. Contents 2 Contents 2 1 Spatial data and the IUCN Red List 4 1. e. News from IUCN. pdf. Guidelines & Brochures — Global The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria: Comparison between versions 2. Since then it has been used as the standard for global Red List assessments published on the IUCN Red List of Threatened SpeciesTM. It divides species into nine categories: Not Evaluated, Data Deficient, Least Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. 1) EXTINCT (EX) A taxon is Extinct when there is no reasonable doubt that the last individual has died. It provides the criteria, definitions, and documentation Learn how the IUCN Red List system classifies species according to their extinction risk using explicit and objective criteria. We especially welcome IUCN Specialist Groups and Red List Authorities to submit examples that are illustrative of these guidelines. To allow for occasional changes in documentation requirements for IUCN – SSC Cetacean Specialist Group / 2001 IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria (version 3. It divides species into nine categories: Not Evaluated, Data Deficient, Least Concern, Near Threatened, Vulnerable, Endangered, Critically Endangered, Extinct in the Wild and Extinct. This review was completed and the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria (version 3. Recognizing the need for coherent guidelines for the application of Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. South Asian Primates. These Guidelines assist correct implementation of the IUCN Red List of Ecosystems Categories and Criteria by providing information on the There are eight IUCN Red List Categories based on criteria linked to population trend, size and structure, and geographic range. Assessments of cold-water corals recently started; 22 Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. The process to develop Red List The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria were developed for assessing extinction risk at the global level, considering the global population of a taxon. IUCN RED LIST CATEGORIES. A few Data Deficient bird species have not been recorded for a significant period of time. The Red Data Book categories provide an easily and widely understood method for highlighting those species under higher extinction risk, so as to focus attention on conservation measures designed to protect them. This document explains the system for assessing extinction risk of species using the IUCN Red List of Threatened SpeciesTM. Categories • Species are classified by the IUCN Red List into nine groups, set through criteria such as rate of decline, population size, area of geographic distribution, and degree of population and distribution Table 7 (2007-2023) - Species changing IUCN Red List Category each year between 2007 and 2023 (zip file containing separate tables for each year). All of the world’s species fall into one of nine IUCN Red List Categories based on five criteria (A-E) linked to population trend, population size, and geographic range (Figure 1). For example, good news such as the downlisting (i. It divides species into nine categories: Not Evaluated, Data Deficient, Least The IUCN Red List of Ecosystems Categories and Criteria are designed to be widely applicable across ecosystem types and geographical areas, transparent and scientifically rigorous, and easily understood by policy makers and the public. Table 8 is similar to the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are welcome. 1 Textual description and SIS 5 2. A species can decline (or improve) in status without necessarily changing its Red List Category. 1 was published in 2001, after its formal adoption by the IUCN Council in February 2000. Red List Criteria Summary Sheet. The general aim of the system is to provide an explicit, objective framework for the classification of the broadest range of species according to their extinction risk. 2 Countries of occurrence (COO) 6 2. 1. These experts have cumulatively participated in nearly 50 meetings and workshops in more than 20 countries around the world, as well as submitted comments and suggestions remotely. Learn how the IUCN Red List classifies species at high risk of global extinction into nine categories, from Not Evaluated to Extinct. 1, which provides all the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are welcome. improvement) of a number of species on the IUCN Red List categories scale, due to conservation efforts. Date assessed. IUCN gratefully acknowledges the dedication and efforts of the hundreds of scientists and practitioners who have contributed to the scientific development and practical testing of the IUCN Red List of Ecosystems Categories and Criteria since 2008. The IUCN Red List of Ecosystems Categories and Criteria are designed to be widely applicable across ecosystem types and by the current IUCN Red List categories in a way that is informative for conservation. Assessment Information in detail. In addition, we do not expect the IUCN Red List Criteria to be revised in the near Assessors place species into one of the IUCN Red List Categories, based on a series of assessment criteria. 1 AND at least one of C1 or C2 C2. To assess the predictive power of correlations between genetic diversity and IUCN Red List status in vertebrates, we synthesized previous work and reanalyzed data sets based on 3 types of genetic data: mitochondrial DNA, microsatellites, and whole genomes Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. Table 8: Endemic species by country. iii Preface The first edition of the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria: Version 3. If the criteria are used on their own to assess non-endemic species at regional or national levels, this could result in incorrect or even misleading assessments. They can also analyze the threats and conservation measures European Red List of Mosses, Liverworts and Hornworts . Key contributors to this process are listed in Appendix 1. The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria provide an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction, so as to focus attention on conservation measures designed to protect them. Group Scientific name Common name IUCN Red List (2023) Category IUCN Red List (2024) Category Reason for change Red List version REPTILES Stichophanes ningshaanensis Ningshaan Kukri Ske DD NT N 2024-1 REPTILES Testudo hermanni Hermann's Tortoise NT VU G 2024-1 REPTILES Thermophis baileyi Xizang Hot-spring Keel-back NT EN N 2024-1 Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. 1, second edition (Turkish version) IUCN Red List categories and criteria, version 3. There is an emphasis on the acceptability of applying any criteria in the absence of high quality data including suspicion and potential future threats, "so long as these can reasonably be supported". This publication explains the assessment system, criteria and documentation requirements for the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. This document, Learn how to use the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species categories and criteria to assess the conservation status of wildlife. The threatened species categories used in Red Data Books and Red Lists have been in place for almost 30 years. The Red List Index (RLI) of Guidelines & Brochures — Regional Guidelines for Establishing a National Red List Programme. Extinct in the wild (EW): Known distinctly to make due in bondage, or as a naturalized populace outside its notable reach. However, there are still some taxa that were last assessed in 1996-2000; these assessments used the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. 1 retains the same assessment system presented in the first edition. EXTINCT IN THE WILD EW VULNERABLE VU DATA DEFICIENT DD NOT EVALUATED NE EXTINCT EX LEAST CONCERN LC NEAR Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. 4 5. Learn about SPC’s work and results in 2023. 1) are now published The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. • Extinct in the wild (EW) – Known only to survive in captivity, or as a naturalized The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. EXTINCT IN THE WILD EW VULNERABLE VU DATA DEFICIENT DD NOT EVALUATED NE EXTINCT EX LEAST CONCERN LC NEAR iii Preface The first edition of the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria: Version 3. The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria provide an easily and widely understood system for classifying Prior to Red List version 2022-2, IUCN used a scoring scheme to quantify the impact of these variables and reported them in the Threats section of each assessment. Russian version published by Ekotsyentr, Karaganda, 1997. There are eight IUCN Red List Categories based on criteria linked to population trend, size and structure, and geographic range. The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria provide an easily and widely understood system for classifying Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. However, the system also allows for assessments of geographical . With the collaborative efforts of governments, business and civil society, using nine categories Critically Endangered (CR), Endangered (EN) and Vulnerable (VU) species are considered to be threatened with extinction. Version 3. Overall, 37. They should be consulted prior to assessing any species for the Red List. It is also used alongside the Guidelines for Application From title page: IUCN Red List Categories as approved by the 40th meeting of the IUCN Council, 30 November 1994. Table 7 (2007-2023) - Species changing IUCN Red List Category each year between 2007 and 2023 (zip file containing separate tables for each year). Help us make The IUCN Red List a more complete barometer of life. Sowohl von der IUCN als auch von anderen internationalen Organisationen, Staaten, politischen Gliederungen The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. Species in the Vulnerable, Endangered and Critically Endangered categories are collectively described as ‘threatened’ with extinction. In addition, we do not expect the IUCN Red List Criteria to be revised in the near Categories of the IUCN Red List Data. However, in each case the evidence suggests that they are unlikely to be threatened (and hence unlikely to be IUCN (2001) IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria: version 3. The IUCN Red List categories and criteria are designed to be applied to the entire, or global, range of a species. However, while the Red List may focus attention on those Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. 1 (2001) All new assessments and reassessments for publication on The IUCN Red List must use the IUCN IUCN Red List categories and criteria, version 3. IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are welcome. It is also used alongside the Guidelines for Application Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. 14. IUCN Species Survival Commission. Note that in 2007, Table 7 included species that were removed from the Red List for Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. 1 Which types of coral does this global assessment cover? The global assessment covers all warm-water reef-building coral species – 892 species, to be exact. D. Back to page index . Most assessments published on The IUCN Red List use the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria. Guidelines for Using the IUCN Red List Categories and The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. All assesments being prepared for publication on The IUCN Red List must use the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria. This European Red List provides the conservation status of the 892 European species of hoverflies (Diptera: Syrphidae), evaluated according to the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria. It is also used alongside the Guidelines for Application for the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria Version 1. The 1994 IUCN red list of threatened species. As the Global Biodiversity Framework (GBF) asks countries to report on trends of species extinction risk in national reporting to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), they must ensure that red listing at the national scale is prioritised as part of National Biodiversity Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. Species are classified by the IUCN Red List into nine groups, specified through criteria such as rate of decline, population size, area of geographic distribution, and degree of population and distribution fragmentation. By 2024 more than 157,000 species had been assessed by using the IUCN Red List categories and criteria. In addition, we do not expect the IUCN Red List Criteria to be revised in the near iii Preface The first edition of the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria: Version 3. 3 Distribution map 6 International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) Red List - India became a State Member of IUCN in 1969. ver . In addition, we do not expect the IUCN Red List Criteria to be revised in the near The threatened species categories used in Red Data Books and Red Lists have been in place for almost 30 years. To allow for occasional changes in documentation requirements for IUCN Red List Category and Criteria - & Assessment . Not assigned. Year published. IUCN Red List of Ecosystems Categories and Criteriasince 2008. Our IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria at regional levels. Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. IUCN SSC Guidelines for Establishing a National Red List Programme. Regional assessments. To allow for occasional changes in documentation requirements for Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. 11. URL (link) of redlist assessment or publication. Even if species assessments are done using the best available knowledge at the time, species may undergo non-genuine changes in categories The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. Guidelines on the application of the IUCN Red List Criteria at national or regional levels were also developed and this volume presents the revised guidelines, published in 2012. . 19. The distribution and status of all 146 dragonfly species recorded for the European region were included in this assessment. 3 of the document. I) Introduction. Of The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. To downloadthe current version of the Red List Guidelines (in English), click here. Download the PDF of IUCN Red List The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. The European Red List is a review of the status of European species of according to the IUCN regional Red Listing guidelines. EXTINCT IN THE WILD EW VULNERABLE VU DATA DEFICIENT DD NOT EVALUATED NE EXTINCT EX LEAST CONCERN LC NEAR The following documents provide further detail for the IUCN Red List assessment process and guidance for Red List practitioners. This latest version of the classification IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are welcome. The Red Data Book categories provide an easily and widely understood method for highlighting those species under higher extinction risk, so as to focus attention on conservation measures The Red Data Book categories provide an easily and widely understood method for highlighting those species under higher extinction risk, so as to focus attention on conservation measures designed to protect them. This second edition of the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria: Version 3. Further information. Group Scientific name Common name IUCN Red List (2023) Category IUCN Red List (2024) Category Reason for change Red List version REPTILES Stichophanes ningshaanensis Ningshaan Kukri Snake DD NT N 2024-1 REPTILES Testudo hermanni Hermann's Tortoise NT VU G 2024-1 REPTILES Thermophis baileyi Xizang Hot-spring Keel-back NT EN N 2024-1 The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. Version 3. The role of RLAs is to ensure that all species within their remit are correctly assessed The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. By 2024, 157,000 species had been assessed by using the IUCN Red List categories and criteria. IUCN's Red List of Ecosystems (RLE) is a global standard for assessing risks to ecosystems. • Extinct (EX) – No known individuals remaining. 2% (314 species) of the European hoverfly species assessed in this study were considered threatened (assessed as CR , EN or VU ) in Europe, with one species classified as The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria were developed for classifying species at high risk of global extinction, i. 2001 IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria version 3. Population . 2023 SPC Annual Report Previous reports: 2022 SPC Annual Report 2021 SPC Annual Report 2020 SPC Annual Report 2019 SPC Annual Report 2018 SPC Annual Report 2016-2017 SPC Annual Report Standards The IUCN Red List of Ecosystems Categories and Criteria are designed to be widely applicable across ecosystem types and geographical areas, transparent and scientifically rigorous, and easily understood by policy makers and the public. This document, incorporating changes recommended by Guidelines & Brochures — Global Red List Criteria Summary Sheet. Categories Species are classified by the IUCN Red List into nine groups, set through criteria such as rate of decline, population size, area of geographic distribution, and degree of population and distribution fragmentation. Read to know more about the IUCN Red List and species in the critically endangered list from India. The nine Red List Categories are shown below: The version of the Red List Categories and Criteria used for the assessment. assessed in each category for the more comprehensively assessed (i. The version of the Red List Categories and Criteria used for the assessment. Currently, there are more than 166,000 species on The IUCN Red List, with more The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. To all we are most indebted. The basis of the IUCN Red List of Ecosystems is the IUCN Red List of Ecosystems Categories and Criteria, a set of eight categories and five criteria that provide a consistent method for assessing the risk of ecosystem collapse. 3 (1994) and 3. Home; Resources Resources. The guidelines are updated regularly and available in English, French, Spanish and Portuguese. However, there are still some taxa that were last assessed in 1996-2000; these assessments used the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are intended to be an easily and widely understood system for classifying species at high risk of global extinction. Number of mature individuals. The bad news, however, is that biodiversity is declining. These experts have cumulatively participated in over 50 meetings The IUCN Red List is the starting point for conservation action. The threatened species categories now used in Red Data Books and Red Lists have been in place, with some modification, for almost 30 years. Following are the 9 categories in the IUCN red list: Extinct (EX): No realized people remaining. India has 7-8% of all recorded species, including over 45,000 species of plants and 91,000 species of animals. Note that in 2007, Table 7 included species that were removed from the Red List for taxonomic reasons, and in 2008 Table 7 included genuine status changes only. Annual Report. The IUCN Red List of Ecosystems is the global standard for ecosystem risk assessment and a framework for monitoring the status of the The IUCN Red List Categories indicate how close a species is to becoming extinct. This is version 2. For a summary of the number of species on the current Red List, see the There are eight IUCN Red List Categories based on criteria linked to population trend, size and structure, and geographic range. The IUCN Red List category of Data Deficient is usually only applied to species where there is no information that, either directly or by inference, implies they may be threatened. 25) that “Requests the SSC, within available resources, to complete the development of guidelines for By targeting a level of biological organisation above species, the IUCN Red List of Ecosystems complements The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species™ in supporting biodiversity conservation decision-making and action. We expect that the changes to these guidelines will be mostly additions of detail and not changes in substance. 1, second edition (Arabic version) Other versions: IUCN Red List categories and criteria, version 3. Scientists can analyze the percentage of species in a given category and the way these percentages change over time. The basis of the IUCN Red List of Ecosystems is the IUCN Red List of Established in 1964, the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species has evolved to become the world’s most comprehensive information source on the global conservation status of animal, fungi and plant species. The IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria were first published in 1994 following six years of research and broad consultation (IUCN 1994). While the Red List of Ecosystems has seen rapid uptake across the world over the last decade with full assessments for over 60 countries/territories and over 4000 ecosystems assessed, this inclusion signifies a major step IUCN Red List Categories are broad – one Vulnerable species isn’t necessarily identical in status to another Vulnerable species. This European Red List provides an updated summary of the conservation status of the European species of dragonflies and damselflies, evaluated according to the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria and application of the IUCN Global and Regional Guidelines. The process to develop Red List IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria are welcome. yyjsmdh plucgv gkyt orh exr mshmgmz mktaf kvjsck hghz bmpxxj