VU

ljus sandkortvinge

Phytosus balticus

Unknown

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.

Threat summary

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.

MARINE· majorTERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is ljus sandkortvinge classified as Vulnerable?
ljus sandkortvinge 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. 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.
Where does ljus sandkortvinge live?
ljus sandkortvinge occurs in Belgium, Denmark, France, Germany, Netherlands, and Norway (plus 3 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 ljus sandkortvinge?
The main threats to ljus sandkortvinge 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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