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Macroperipatus insularis

Unknown

Overview

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

Macroperipatus insularis faces severe habitat degradation from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited island range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, while its dependence on moist microhabitats renders it susceptible to climate-induced drying. Introduced species and habitat fragmentation further compound population pressures on this endemic velvet worm.

Threat summary

Habitat

This velvet worm inhabits moist leaf litter, rotting logs, and soil crevices in tropical forest environments. It requires consistently humid microhabitats with stable temperatures, typically found under fallen timber and within decomposing organic matter on forest floors.

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EN

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Macroperipatus insularis classified as Endangered?
Macroperipatus insularis 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. Macroperipatus insularis faces severe habitat degradation from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited island range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, while its dependence on moist microhabitats renders it susceptible to climate-induced drying. Introduced species and habitat fragmentation further compound population pressures on this endemic velvet worm.
Where does Macroperipatus insularis live?
Macroperipatus insularis occurs in Costa Rica. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Macroperipatus insularis?
The main threats to Macroperipatus insularis 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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