Bosbespalpmot
VU

Bosbespalpmot

Neofaculta infernella

Unknown

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Overview

Neofaculta infernella is a moth of the family Gelechiidae. It was described by Gottlieb August Wilhelm Herrich-Schäffer in 1854. It is found in most of Europe and has also been recorded from North America.

Neofaculta infernella faces significant threats from habitat loss and degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its native range. Climate change poses additional risks by altering the distribution and phenology of its host plants, while pesticide use in agricultural areas directly impacts both the species and its food sources.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits woodland edges, scrublands, and semi-natural grasslands, particularly areas with abundant herbaceous plants that serve as larval host species. It shows preference for transitional habitats between forested and open areas at elevations typically below 1000 meters.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Bosbespalpmot classified as Vulnerable?
Bosbespalpmot 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. Neofaculta infernella faces significant threats from habitat loss and degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its native range. Climate change poses additional risks by altering the distribution and phenology of its host plants, while pesticide use in agricultural areas directly impacts both the species and its food sources.
Where does Bosbespalpmot live?
Bosbespalpmot occurs in Åland Islands, Austria, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, and Finland (plus 13 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 Bosbespalpmot?
The main threats to Bosbespalpmot 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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