VU

Euscorpius birulai

Unknown

Overview

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

Euscorpius birulai faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range across southeastern Europe. Urban development and agricultural intensification have fragmented the rocky habitats and cave systems this scorpion depends on for shelter and reproduction. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture and temperature conditions essential for this species' survival in its specialized microhabitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This scorpion inhabits rocky crevices, stone walls, and cave entrances in Mediterranean scrubland and oak forests. It requires specific moisture and temperature conditions found in limestone karst landscapes with abundant hiding places under stones and in small caves.

Caves and subterranean habitats· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

Threatened in Greece

EN

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Unknown
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Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Euscorpius birulai classified as Vulnerable?
Euscorpius birulai 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. Euscorpius birulai faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range across southeastern Europe. Urban development and agricultural intensification have fragmented the rocky habitats and cave systems this scorpion depends on for shelter and reproduction. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture and temperature conditions essential for this species' survival in its specialized microhabitats.
Where does Euscorpius birulai live?
Euscorpius birulai occurs in Greece. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Euscorpius birulai?
The main threats to Euscorpius birulai 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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