VU

Boletina jamalensis

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Boletina jamalensis faces significant threats from climate change impacts on its Arctic tundra habitat, where warming temperatures are altering the delicate ecosystem balance required for this fungus gnat's survival. Industrial development and infrastructure expansion in the Yamal Peninsula region pose additional pressures through habitat fragmentation and pollution. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This fungus gnat species inhabits the Arctic tundra ecosystems of the Yamal Peninsula in northwestern Siberia. It is associated with specific microhabitats within the tundra environment, likely requiring particular moisture and temperature conditions for its larval development.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Boletina jamalensis classified as Vulnerable?
Boletina jamalensis is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Boletina jamalensis faces significant threats from climate change impacts on its Arctic tundra habitat, where warming temperatures are altering the delicate ecosystem balance required for this fungus gnat's survival. Industrial development and infrastructure expansion in the Yamal Peninsula region pose additional pressures through habitat fragmentation and pollution. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbances.
Where does Boletina jamalensis live?
Boletina jamalensis occurs in Canada, Estonia, Finland, Italy, Norway, and Russia (plus 1 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 Boletina jamalensis?
The main threats to Boletina jamalensis 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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