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Agabus discicollis

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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.

Agabus discicollis faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat degradation and loss of suitable aquatic environments. The species is particularly vulnerable to water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development, which alters the chemical composition of its freshwater habitats. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns and temperature regimes further threaten the delicate ecological balance of the small water bodies this beetle depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

Agabus discicollis inhabits small, shallow freshwater bodies including ponds, slow-moving streams, and temporary pools with abundant aquatic vegetation. The species requires clean, well-oxygenated water with specific temperature and pH ranges, typically found in undisturbed natural or semi-natural wetland environments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Agabus discicollis classified as Endangered?
Agabus discicollis 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. Agabus discicollis faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat degradation and loss of suitable aquatic environments. The species is particularly vulnerable to water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development, which alters the chemical composition of its freshwater habitats. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns and temperature regimes further threaten the delicate ecological balance of the small water bodies this beetle depends upon.
Where does Agabus discicollis live?
Agabus discicollis 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 Agabus discicollis?
The main threats to Agabus discicollis 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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