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Forcipata palustris

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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.

Forcipata palustris faces severe habitat degradation from wetland drainage and agricultural conversion throughout its limited range. Urban development and water pollution from agricultural runoff have significantly reduced the quality of remaining marsh habitats. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns threaten the specific hydrological conditions this species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Forcipata palustris inhabits freshwater marshes, shallow wetlands, and seasonally flooded grasslands with specific water chemistry requirements. The species requires areas with stable water levels and abundant aquatic vegetation for feeding and reproduction.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Forcipata palustris classified as Endangered?
Forcipata palustris is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Forcipata palustris faces severe habitat degradation from wetland drainage and agricultural conversion throughout its limited range. Urban development and water pollution from agricultural runoff have significantly reduced the quality of remaining marsh habitats. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns threaten the specific hydrological conditions this species requires for survival.
Where does Forcipata palustris live?
Forcipata palustris occurs in France, and Norway. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Forcipata palustris?
The main threats to Forcipata palustris 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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