Argenna subnigra
Photo: iNaturalist: (c) Frederik Leck Fischer, všetky práva vyhradené, uploaded by Frederik Leck Fischer
Overview
Argenna subnigra, commonly known as bodemkaardertje, is a small ground-dwelling beetle species characterized by its dark, nearly black coloration with subtle metallic sheens. This inconspicuous insect plays an important ecological role as both a decomposer of organic matter and as prey for various ground-foraging birds and spiders in its native habitat.
Argenna subnigra faces significant threats from habitat loss and degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, while its limited distribution increases extinction risk from localized threats.
Habitat
This species inhabits dry grasslands, heathlands, and sandy areas with sparse vegetation, typically in coastal and inland dune systems. It shows a preference for open, well-drained soils with low nutrient content and minimal disturbance.
Other threatened species in Dictynidae
Threatened in Austria
Frequently asked questions
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