Stictoleptura cordigera
CR

Stictoleptura cordigera

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Overview

Stictoleptura cordigera is a beetle species belonging to the longhorn beetle family, subfamily Lepturinae.

Stictoleptura cordigera is critically endangered primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of old-growth forests where its host trees are found. The species depends on specific deadwood microhabitats that are increasingly rare due to intensive forest management practices and urbanization.

Threat summary

Habitat

This beetle is mainly present in Spain, France, Belgium, Switzerland, Italy, Albania, Romania, Bulgaria, and Greece. It is also found in Turkey and North Iran.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Stictoleptura cordigera classified as Critically Endangered?
Stictoleptura cordigera is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Stictoleptura cordigera is critically endangered primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of old-growth forests where its host trees are found. The species depends on specific deadwood microhabitats that are increasingly rare due to intensive forest management practices and urbanization.
Where does Stictoleptura cordigera live?
Stictoleptura cordigera occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Stictoleptura cordigera?
The main threats to Stictoleptura cordigera 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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