Phytosus balticus
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Phytosus balticus faces severe habitat degradation due to coastal development and tourism infrastructure along Baltic Sea shores. The species' specialized dependence on sandy coastal environments makes it particularly vulnerable to beach modification, trampling from recreational activities, and sea-level rise. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting its narrow habitat range.
Habitat
This species inhabits sandy coastal areas and dunes along the Baltic Sea, particularly favoring loose sandy substrates with sparse vegetation. It requires specific microhabitat conditions found in the upper beach zones and coastal grasslands adjacent to sandy shores.
Other threatened species in Staphylinidae
Threatened in Belgium
Frequently asked questions
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