VU

knausedderkopp

Trichopterna cito

Unknown

Overview

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

Trichopterna cito faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized riparian environments, where agricultural expansion and urban development have reduced suitable breeding sites. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and industrial discharge has compromised the water quality essential for its aquatic larval stages. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns threaten the delicate moisture balance required for this species' survival in its narrow ecological niche.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits specialized riparian environments along freshwater streams and rivers, requiring specific moisture conditions and water quality parameters. It depends on well-vegetated streamside areas with stable water flow and minimal human disturbance for successful reproduction.

Frequently asked questions

Why is knausedderkopp classified as Vulnerable?
knausedderkopp 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. Trichopterna cito faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized riparian environments, where agricultural expansion and urban development have reduced suitable breeding sites. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and industrial discharge has compromised the water quality essential for its aquatic larval stages. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns threaten the delicate moisture balance required for this species' survival in its narrow ecological niche.
Where does knausedderkopp live?
knausedderkopp occurs in Åland Islands, Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Denmark, and Estonia (plus 17 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 knausedderkopp?
The main threats to knausedderkopp 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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