Calamobius filum
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Calamobius filum

Local name: Aiguillonier, Céréales killer

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Overview

Calamobius filum is a species of beetle in the family Cerambycidae, and the only species in the genus Calamobius. It was described by Rossi in 1790.

Calamobius filum faces severe population declines primarily due to intensive agricultural practices and habitat loss from conversion of traditional cereal cultivation areas. The species is particularly vulnerable to pesticide use and modern farming techniques that eliminate the wild grasses and traditional crop varieties it depends upon for breeding and larval development.

Threat summary

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Anthophore estivaleCR

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Anthophora aestivalis

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Adonis BlueVU

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Anthribus fasciatus

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aiguillonier, Céréales killer classified as Endangered?
Aiguillonier, Céréales killer 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. Calamobius filum faces severe population declines primarily due to intensive agricultural practices and habitat loss from conversion of traditional cereal cultivation areas. The species is particularly vulnerable to pesticide use and modern farming techniques that eliminate the wild grasses and traditional crop varieties it depends upon for breeding and larval development.
Where does Aiguillonier, Céréales killer live?
Aiguillonier, Céréales killer occurs in Albania, Algeria, Austria, Bangladesh, Belgium, and Bulgaria (plus 29 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Aiguillonier, Céréales killer?
The main threats to Aiguillonier, Céréales killer 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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