VU

Colophon cameroni

Unknown

Overview

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

Colophon cameroni faces severe pressure from habitat degradation due to invasive alien plant species, particularly pine and eucalyptus plantations that alter the natural fynbos ecosystem. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased fire frequency, which can destroy the specialized montane habitats this flightless beetle depends on. Urban development and agricultural expansion in the Western Cape region continue to fragment remaining suitable habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This flightless beetle is endemic to the high-altitude fynbos vegetation of the Western Cape mountains in South Africa, typically found in rocky crevices and under stones in montane shrubland. It requires specific microhabitat conditions with adequate moisture and shelter, making it highly vulnerable to habitat modifications.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Colophon cameroni classified as Vulnerable?
Colophon cameroni 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. Colophon cameroni faces severe pressure from habitat degradation due to invasive alien plant species, particularly pine and eucalyptus plantations that alter the natural fynbos ecosystem. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased fire frequency, which can destroy the specialized montane habitats this flightless beetle depends on. Urban development and agricultural expansion in the Western Cape region continue to fragment remaining suitable habitat patches.
Where does Colophon cameroni live?
Colophon cameroni occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Colophon cameroni?
The main threats to Colophon cameroni 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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