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

Species at Risk in Nova Scotia

Plymouth Gentian (Sabatia kennedyana)

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STATUS

National

Threatened

Provincial

Endangered

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Quick Facts:
  • Atlantic Coastal Plain plant
     
  • In Canada, only located in NS
     
  • In NS, found only on small number of lakeshores
     
  • Threats include: human alteration and loss of lakeshore habitats, water pollution, destruction of populations and habitat by ATVs and other recreational activities

Status Overview:
An Atlantic Coastal Plain species, known in Canada only from a small number of lakeshores in Nova Scotia. The populations here are very small. 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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