gultoppad volangnuding
VU

gultoppad volangnuding

Lomanotus genei

Unknown

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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.

Lomanotus genei faces significant pressure from coastal development and marine pollution throughout its Mediterranean range. The species' specialized feeding requirements on hydroids make it particularly vulnerable to habitat degradation and changes in prey availability. Climate change-induced warming of Mediterranean waters may alter the distribution of its hydroid prey species, further threatening population stability.

Threat summary

Habitat

This nudibranch inhabits shallow Mediterranean coastal waters, typically found on rocky substrates and among algal communities where its hydroid prey species occur. It prefers areas with good water circulation and is commonly observed at depths ranging from the intertidal zone to approximately 30 meters.

MARINE· major

Threatened in Denmark

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Calidris ferruginea

Declining
Anthophore estivaleCR

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Anthophora aestivalis

Unknown
Chrysotus cupreusCR

Chrysotus cupreus

Unknown
VU

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Syntormon filiger

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is gultoppad volangnuding classified as Vulnerable?
gultoppad volangnuding 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. Lomanotus genei faces significant pressure from coastal development and marine pollution throughout its Mediterranean range. The species' specialized feeding requirements on hydroids make it particularly vulnerable to habitat degradation and changes in prey availability. Climate change-induced warming of Mediterranean waters may alter the distribution of its hydroid prey species, further threatening population stability.
Where does gultoppad volangnuding live?
gultoppad volangnuding occurs in Denmark, France, Ireland, Italy, Norway, and Spain (plus 2 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 gultoppad volangnuding?
The main threats to gultoppad volangnuding 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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