VU

Dolichopus lancearius

Local name: keihäskiiluri

Unknown

Overview

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

Dolichopus lancearius faces severe habitat degradation due to wetland drainage and agricultural intensification across its limited European range. The species' specialized requirements for pristine riparian zones make it particularly vulnerable to water pollution and hydrological modifications. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering precipitation patterns and increasing drought frequency in critical breeding areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This long-legged fly species inhabits pristine wetland margins, particularly reed beds and marshy areas with clean, slow-moving water. It requires undisturbed riparian vegetation and is typically found in lowland freshwater habitats across northern and central Europe.

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VU

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EN

Dolichopus notatus

Unknown

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VU

Nephrotoma lundbecki

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VU

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Frequently asked questions

Why is keihäskiiluri classified as Vulnerable?
keihäskiiluri 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. Dolichopus lancearius faces severe habitat degradation due to wetland drainage and agricultural intensification across its limited European range. The species' specialized requirements for pristine riparian zones make it particularly vulnerable to water pollution and hydrological modifications. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering precipitation patterns and increasing drought frequency in critical breeding areas.
Where does keihäskiiluri live?
keihäskiiluri occurs in Finland, Norway, and Sweden. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to keihäskiiluri?
The main threats to keihäskiiluri 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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