VU

Phymatura brevicollis

Unknown

Overview

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

Phymatura brevicollis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized montane environments. Agricultural expansion and livestock grazing have reduced the quality of its preferred grassland and shrubland habitats. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and precipitation patterns essential for this species' survival in high-altitude ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane grasslands and shrublands at elevations between 1,500-3,000 meters. It shows a preference for areas with sparse vegetation cover and rocky outcrops typical of high-altitude environments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Phymatura brevicollis classified as Vulnerable?
Phymatura brevicollis 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. Phymatura brevicollis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized montane environments. Agricultural expansion and livestock grazing have reduced the quality of its preferred grassland and shrubland habitats. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and precipitation patterns essential for this species' survival in high-altitude ecosystems.
Where does Phymatura brevicollis live?
Phymatura brevicollis occurs in Austria, Belarus, Estonia, Finland, Germany, and Latvia (plus 8 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 Phymatura brevicollis?
The main threats to Phymatura brevicollis 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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