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Clypeorhagus clypeatus

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Overview

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

Clypeorhagus clypeatus faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' specialized feeding requirements and restricted distribution make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented remaining suitable habitats, while climate-induced shifts in precipitation patterns threaten the delicate ecosystem balance this beetle depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This specialized beetle inhabits dry woodland and scrubland environments, typically found in areas with specific soil conditions and vegetation communities. The species shows a preference for semi-arid regions with scattered trees and shrubs, where it feeds on particular plant materials and organic matter in the soil substrate.

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Clypeorhagus clypeatus classified as Vulnerable?
Clypeorhagus clypeatus 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. Clypeorhagus clypeatus faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' specialized feeding requirements and restricted distribution make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented remaining suitable habitats, while climate-induced shifts in precipitation patterns threaten the delicate ecosystem balance this beetle depends upon.
Where does Clypeorhagus clypeatus live?
Clypeorhagus clypeatus occurs in Belarus, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Estonia, Germany, Hungary, and Iran (plus 7 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 Clypeorhagus clypeatus?
The main threats to Clypeorhagus clypeatus 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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