Araniella alpica
Local name: firplettgrønnvever
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Araniella alpica faces significant pressure from climate change as warming temperatures push suitable alpine conditions to higher elevations, reducing available habitat. The species' specialized requirements for cool, humid mountain environments make it particularly vulnerable to temperature increases. Habitat fragmentation from ski resort development and tourism infrastructure in alpine regions further isolates populations and reduces genetic connectivity.
Habitat
This alpine orb weaver inhabits cool, humid mountain environments typically above 1,500 meters elevation, favoring areas with dense vegetation and stable microclimates. The species constructs webs in shrubs and low vegetation within alpine meadows and subalpine forest edges.
Other threatened species in Araneidae
Threatened in Åland Islands
Frequently asked questions
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