Dark Drill
VU

Dark Drill

Dichrorampha senectana

Unknown

Photo: iNaturalist: (c) tedy44, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC)

Overview

Dichrorampha senectana is a moth belonging to the family Tortricidae first described by Achille Guenée in 1845.

The Dark Drill faces significant threats from habitat loss and degradation due to agricultural intensification and urban development across its European range. Climate change poses additional risks by altering the distribution and phenology of its host plants, while pesticide use in agricultural areas directly impacts both the species and its food sources.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inhabits woodland edges, scrubland, and areas with abundant Artemisia species (wormwoods) where larvae develop within the flower heads and stems of these host plants. Typically found in semi-natural grasslands, chalk downs, and coastal areas with suitable host plant communities.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dark Drill classified as Vulnerable?
Dark Drill 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 Dark Drill faces significant threats from habitat loss and degradation due to agricultural intensification and urban development across its European range. Climate change poses additional risks by altering the distribution and phenology of its host plants, while pesticide use in agricultural areas directly impacts both the species and its food sources.
Where does Dark Drill live?
Dark Drill occurs in Åland Islands, Austria, Estonia, Finland, France, and Germany (plus 3 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 Dark Drill?
The main threats to Dark Drill 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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