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Cyrtidula hippocastani

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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.

Cyrtidula hippocastani faces severe population decline primarily due to the widespread loss and fragmentation of ancient deciduous forests across its European range. The species' dependence on specific microhabitat conditions within old-growth forest ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to logging activities and forest management practices that alter canopy structure and moisture regimes. Climate change compounds these pressures by shifting temperature and precipitation patterns that affect the delicate ecological balance required for this species' survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Cyrtidula hippocastani inhabits ancient deciduous and mixed forests, particularly those dominated by beech, oak, and other broadleaf trees. The species requires specific microhabitat conditions found in old-growth forests, including stable moisture levels, complex canopy structure, and the presence of decaying organic matter.

TERRESTRIAL· major

Frequently asked questions

Why is Cyrtidula hippocastani classified as Critically Endangered?
Cyrtidula hippocastani is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Cyrtidula hippocastani faces severe population decline primarily due to the widespread loss and fragmentation of ancient deciduous forests across its European range. The species' dependence on specific microhabitat conditions within old-growth forest ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to logging activities and forest management practices that alter canopy structure and moisture regimes. Climate change compounds these pressures by shifting temperature and precipitation patterns that affect the delicate ecological balance required for this species' survival.
Where does Cyrtidula hippocastani live?
Cyrtidula hippocastani 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 Cyrtidula hippocastani?
The main threats to Cyrtidula hippocastani 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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