Golden-crest (Lophiola aurea)
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STATUS |
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National
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Threatened |
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Provincial
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Threatened |
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Quick Facts:
- Atlantic
Coastal Plain plant
- In Canada, only located in NS
- In NS, located in only 6
wetlands
- Threats
include: alteration of wetland and shoreline habitat through land
use change, water level manipulation and eutrophication (nutrient
enrichment)
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Status Overview:
An Atlantic Coastal
Plain species of plant found in a six wetlands in southwestern Nova
Scotia. These are the only locations for this plant in Canada.
Historically, two populations were lost and the extant populations are all
under some threat. Threats include alteration of wetland and shoreline
habitat through land use change, water level manipulation and
eutrophication (nutrient enrichment).
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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