bosrandwolfspin
VU

bosrandwolfspin

Xerolycosa nemoralis

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Xerolycosa_nemoralis

Overview

Xerolycosa nemoralis, or the burnt wolf spider, is a species of wolf spider found from western Europe eastwards to the Pacific.

Xerolycosa nemoralis faces significant pressure from habitat fragmentation and degradation of its specialized woodland environments across Europe. Agricultural intensification and urban development have reduced the availability of suitable forest edge habitats, while climate change is altering the moisture and temperature conditions this species requires for successful reproduction and prey availability.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits woodland edges, forest clearings, and semi-open areas with mixed vegetation including shrubs and herbaceous plants. It typically occurs in deciduous and mixed forests with well-developed understory layers, particularly favoring areas with moderate moisture levels and partial canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is bosrandwolfspin classified as Vulnerable?
bosrandwolfspin 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. Xerolycosa nemoralis faces significant pressure from habitat fragmentation and degradation of its specialized woodland environments across Europe. Agricultural intensification and urban development have reduced the availability of suitable forest edge habitats, while climate change is altering the moisture and temperature conditions this species requires for successful reproduction and prey availability.
Where does bosrandwolfspin live?
bosrandwolfspin occurs in Afghanistan, Åland Islands, Albania, Andorra, Argentina, and Austria (plus 39 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 bosrandwolfspin?
The main threats to bosrandwolfspin 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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