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Iglica gratulabunda

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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.

Iglica gratulabunda faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Mining operations and infrastructure development pose additional pressures on the remaining suitable habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits specific microhabitats within Mediterranean scrubland and rocky outcrops, typically found in areas with particular soil composition and moisture conditions. It requires undisturbed native vegetation communities that provide the precise environmental conditions necessary for its survival.

Wetlands (inland)· majorCaves and subterranean habitats· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Iglica gratulabunda classified as Endangered?
Iglica gratulabunda 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. Iglica gratulabunda faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Mining operations and infrastructure development pose additional pressures on the remaining suitable habitat patches.
Where does Iglica gratulabunda live?
Iglica gratulabunda occurs in Austria. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Iglica gratulabunda?
The main threats to Iglica gratulabunda 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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