Buff Groundling
VU

Buff Groundling

Prolita solutella

Unknown

Photo: iNaturalist: (c) cossus, sommige rechten voorbehouden (CC BY-NC)

Overview

Prolita solutella is a moth of the family Gelechiidae. It is widely distributed throughout Europe, east to the Ural Mountains. It is also found in Turkey. The habitat consists of dry pastures and dry heathland.

The Buff Groundling faces significant threats from habitat loss due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its range. Climate change is altering the microclimatic conditions of its specialized grassland and heathland habitats, while pesticide use in agricultural areas reduces prey availability and may cause direct mortality.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inhabits dry grasslands, heathlands, and chalk downs with sparse vegetation, typically in areas with exposed soil and short turf. The species shows preference for south-facing slopes and disturbed ground in coastal and inland calcareous habitats.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Buff Groundling classified as Vulnerable?
Buff Groundling 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. The Buff Groundling faces significant threats from habitat loss due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its range. Climate change is altering the microclimatic conditions of its specialized grassland and heathland habitats, while pesticide use in agricultural areas reduces prey availability and may cause direct mortality.
Where does Buff Groundling live?
Buff Groundling occurs in Albania, Austria, Croatia, Denmark, France, and Germany (plus 14 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 Buff Groundling?
The main threats to Buff Groundling 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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