VU

Troglohyphantes similis

Unknown

Overview

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

Troglohyphantes similis faces significant threats from cave disturbance and habitat degradation in its limited subterranean range. Human activities including speleological tourism, cave exploration, and infrastructure development near cave systems pose direct risks to this specialized cave-dwelling spider. The species' extremely restricted distribution and dependence on stable cave microclimates make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and direct habitat modification.

Threat summary

Habitat

Troglohyphantes similis inhabits deep cave systems and subterranean environments, typically found in the dark zones of limestone caves where it constructs webs in crevices and on cave walls. This obligate cave-dwelling species requires stable temperature and humidity conditions found in the deeper sections of cave systems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Troglohyphantes similis classified as Vulnerable?
Troglohyphantes similis 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. Troglohyphantes similis faces significant threats from cave disturbance and habitat degradation in its limited subterranean range. Human activities including speleological tourism, cave exploration, and infrastructure development near cave systems pose direct risks to this specialized cave-dwelling spider. The species' extremely restricted distribution and dependence on stable cave microclimates make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and direct habitat modification.
Where does Troglohyphantes similis live?
Troglohyphantes similis occurs in Slovenia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Troglohyphantes similis?
The main threats to Troglohyphantes similis 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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