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Graptodytes delectus

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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.

Graptodytes delectus faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water pollution in its limited range of freshwater systems. Agricultural runoff and urban development have contaminated the clean, well-oxygenated waters this diving beetle requires for survival. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, with small population sizes offering little resilience against habitat loss.

Threat summary

Habitat

This aquatic beetle inhabits clean, well-oxygenated freshwater environments including springs, streams, and small ponds with stable water levels. It requires pristine water quality and is typically found in areas with minimal human disturbance and abundant aquatic vegetation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Graptodytes delectus classified as Endangered?
Graptodytes delectus 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. Graptodytes delectus faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water pollution in its limited range of freshwater systems. Agricultural runoff and urban development have contaminated the clean, well-oxygenated waters this diving beetle requires for survival. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, with small population sizes offering little resilience against habitat loss.
Where does Graptodytes delectus live?
Graptodytes delectus 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 Graptodytes delectus?
The main threats to Graptodytes delectus 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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