Nova Scotia's Species at Risk: Municipal & Community Stewardship

Species at Risk in Nova Scotia

Pink Coreopsis (Coreopsis rosea)

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STATUS

National

Endangered

Provincial

Endangered

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Quick Facts:
  • Atlantic Coastal Plain plant
     
  • In Canada, only located in NS
     
  • In NS, located on the shores of only 3 lakes
     
  • Populations in the US are also at risk
     
  • Threats include: human alteration and loss of lakeshore habitats, water pollution, destruction of populations and habitat by ATVs and other recreational activities

Status Overview:
This Atlantic Coastal Plain plant species is found in Canada on the shores of only three lakes in Nova Scotia. Populations in the United States are also at risk. Threats include: human alteration and loss of lakeshore habitats, water pollution, destruction of populations and habitat by ATV's and other recreational activities.

Geographic Distribution:
The map shows the municipalities where this species can be found.  For more specific location information please contact us.


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