VU

Gegabeltes Sichelspinnchen

Trichoncus saxicola

Unknown

Overview

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

Trichoncus saxicola faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized rocky environments. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances such as quarrying activities and infrastructure development. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the microhabitat conditions essential for this cave-dwelling species' survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This specialized spider inhabits rocky crevices, caves, and stone formations in mountainous regions. It requires specific microhabitat conditions found in limestone caves and rocky outcrops with stable temperature and humidity levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gegabeltes Sichelspinnchen classified as Vulnerable?
Gegabeltes Sichelspinnchen 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. Trichoncus saxicola faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized rocky environments. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances such as quarrying activities and infrastructure development. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the microhabitat conditions essential for this cave-dwelling species' survival.
Where does Gegabeltes Sichelspinnchen live?
Gegabeltes Sichelspinnchen occurs in Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, and Poland (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 Gegabeltes Sichelspinnchen?
The main threats to Gegabeltes Sichelspinnchen 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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