Common Green Colonel
VU

Common Green Colonel

Oplodontha viridula

Unknown

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

Overview

Oplodontha viridula, the common green colonel, is a European species of soldier fly.

The Common Green Colonel faces significant pressure from habitat loss due to deforestation and agricultural expansion across its range. Climate change is altering the distribution and abundance of its preferred host plants, while increased pesticide use in agricultural areas reduces prey availability and may cause direct mortality.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits open woodlands, forest edges, grasslands, and agricultural areas with scattered trees, typically in lowland and hill country up to 1000m elevation. It requires areas with abundant flowering plants and is often found in mixed habitats that include both native vegetation and modified landscapes.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Common Green Colonel classified as Vulnerable?
Common Green Colonel 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 Common Green Colonel faces significant pressure from habitat loss due to deforestation and agricultural expansion across its range. Climate change is altering the distribution and abundance of its preferred host plants, while increased pesticide use in agricultural areas reduces prey availability and may cause direct mortality.
Where does Common Green Colonel live?
Common Green Colonel occurs in Åland Islands, Algeria, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, and Bulgaria (plus 31 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 Common Green Colonel?
The main threats to Common Green Colonel 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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