VU

Limnephilus coenosus

Unknown

Overview

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

Limnephilus coenosus faces significant pressure from wetland habitat degradation and loss across its northern European range. Agricultural intensification and drainage of peat bogs and marshes have reduced suitable breeding sites for this caddisfly species. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development further compromises the quality of remaining aquatic habitats essential for larval development.

Threat summary

Habitat

This caddisfly species inhabits shallow, nutrient-poor wetlands including peat bogs, marshes, and slow-flowing streams across northern Europe. The larvae develop in clean, well-oxygenated waters with abundant organic matter and aquatic vegetation.

Other threatened species in Limnephilidae

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Limnephilus germanus

Unknown
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Limnephilus sericeus

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Limnephilus fuscinervis

Unknown
VU

Limnephilus borealis

Unknown

Threatened in Åland Islands

Scarce BlackneckCR

Scarce Blackneck

Lygephila craccae

Unknown
EN

Dolichopus notatus

Unknown
Haplodrassus cognatusCR

Haplodrassus cognatus

Unknown
Yellow-breasted BuntingCR

Yellow-breasted Bunting

Emberiza aureola

Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Limnephilus coenosus classified as Vulnerable?
Limnephilus coenosus 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. Limnephilus coenosus faces significant pressure from wetland habitat degradation and loss across its northern European range. Agricultural intensification and drainage of peat bogs and marshes have reduced suitable breeding sites for this caddisfly species. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development further compromises the quality of remaining aquatic habitats essential for larval development.
Where does Limnephilus coenosus live?
Limnephilus coenosus occurs in Åland Islands, Austria, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Czechia, Denmark, and Estonia (plus 14 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 Limnephilus coenosus?
The main threats to Limnephilus coenosus 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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