VU

Macrobaenetes valgum

Unknown

Overview

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

Macrobaenetes valgum faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its limited range. Urban development and infrastructure projects pose additional threats to remaining suitable habitat patches. Climate change may further restrict the species' already narrow ecological niche, particularly affecting the specific soil and vegetation conditions it requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits specific soil types and vegetation communities in semi-arid regions, typically associated with particular plant assemblages and substrate conditions. It appears to have very specific microhabitat requirements that limit its distribution to suitable patches within its geographic range.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Macrobaenetes valgum classified as Vulnerable?
Macrobaenetes valgum 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. Macrobaenetes valgum faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its limited range. Urban development and infrastructure projects pose additional threats to remaining suitable habitat patches. Climate change may further restrict the species' already narrow ecological niche, particularly affecting the specific soil and vegetation conditions it requires.
Where does Macrobaenetes valgum live?
Macrobaenetes valgum occurs in United States. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Macrobaenetes valgum?
The main threats to Macrobaenetes valgum 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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