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Ampedus coenobita

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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.

Ampedus coenobita faces severe population decline primarily due to the loss of ancient woodland habitats containing the large, decaying hardwood trees essential for its larval development. Forest management practices that remove dead and dying trees eliminate critical breeding sites, while habitat fragmentation isolates remaining populations. Climate change may further stress the species by altering forest composition and reducing the availability of suitable host trees.

Threat summary

Habitat

This click beetle species inhabits ancient deciduous and mixed woodlands, particularly those containing large, mature oak, beech, and other hardwood trees. The larvae develop within the decaying heartwood of veteran trees and fallen logs, requiring several years to complete their development in these specialized microhabitats.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ampedus coenobita classified as Endangered?
Ampedus coenobita 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. Ampedus coenobita faces severe population decline primarily due to the loss of ancient woodland habitats containing the large, decaying hardwood trees essential for its larval development. Forest management practices that remove dead and dying trees eliminate critical breeding sites, while habitat fragmentation isolates remaining populations. Climate change may further stress the species by altering forest composition and reducing the availability of suitable host trees.
Where does Ampedus coenobita live?
Ampedus coenobita occurs in France, Greece, Italy, Russia, and Türkiye. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Ampedus coenobita?
The main threats to Ampedus coenobita 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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