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Lasophorus zakkak

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Overview

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

Lasophorus zakkak faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, with fragmented populations showing reduced genetic diversity and reproductive success.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits specialized microhabitats within arid and semi-arid regions, typically associated with specific soil types and vegetation communities. It requires particular moisture and temperature conditions that are increasingly rare due to environmental pressures.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Lasophorus zakkak classified as Endangered?
Lasophorus zakkak is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Lasophorus zakkak faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, with fragmented populations showing reduced genetic diversity and reproductive success.
Where does Lasophorus zakkak live?
Lasophorus zakkak occurs in Greece. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Lasophorus zakkak?
The main threats to Lasophorus zakkak 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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