VU

Glossoscolex matogrossensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Glossoscolex matogrossensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across the Cerrado savanna, which has eliminated vast areas of its native grassland habitat. Intensive farming practices, including heavy pesticide use and soil compaction from livestock, directly degrade the soil ecosystems this giant earthworm depends upon. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining suitable habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This large earthworm species inhabits the deep, well-drained soils of Brazil's Cerrado savanna ecosystem, particularly in areas with rich organic matter and stable moisture levels. It requires undisturbed grassland soils where it can construct extensive burrow systems up to several meters deep.

Other threatened species in GLOSSOSCOLECIDAE

EN

Holoscolex dossantosi

Unknown
EN

Glossoscolex riograndensis

Unknown
EN

Fimoscolex sporadochaetus

Unknown
VU

Glossoscolex lutocolus

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Glossoscolex matogrossensis classified as Vulnerable?
Glossoscolex matogrossensis 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. Glossoscolex matogrossensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across the Cerrado savanna, which has eliminated vast areas of its native grassland habitat. Intensive farming practices, including heavy pesticide use and soil compaction from livestock, directly degrade the soil ecosystems this giant earthworm depends upon. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining suitable habitat patches.
Where does Glossoscolex matogrossensis live?
Glossoscolex matogrossensis occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Glossoscolex matogrossensis?
The main threats to Glossoscolex matogrossensis 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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