Grey Asian Grayling
VU

Grey Asian Grayling

Pseudochazara geyeri

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Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pseudochazara_geyeri

Overview

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

The Grey Asian Grayling faces severe pressure from habitat degradation across its mountainous range in Central Asia. Overgrazing by livestock destroys the delicate steppe vegetation that supports its larval host plants, while climate change is shifting suitable habitat to higher elevations. Mining activities and infrastructure development fragment remaining populations, reducing genetic connectivity between isolated colonies.

Threat summary

Habitat

This butterfly inhabits dry mountain steppes and rocky grasslands at elevations between 1,500-3,000 meters across Central Asia. It requires areas with sparse vegetation and exposed rocky outcrops where its caterpillars feed on native grass species.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Grey Asian Grayling classified as Vulnerable?
Grey Asian Grayling 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. The Grey Asian Grayling faces severe pressure from habitat degradation across its mountainous range in Central Asia. Overgrazing by livestock destroys the delicate steppe vegetation that supports its larval host plants, while climate change is shifting suitable habitat to higher elevations. Mining activities and infrastructure development fragment remaining populations, reducing genetic connectivity between isolated colonies.
Where does Grey Asian Grayling live?
Grey Asian Grayling occurs in Albania, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Germany, Greece, and North Macedonia (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 Grey Asian Grayling?
The main threats to Grey Asian Grayling 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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