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Dolichopoda matsakisi

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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.

Dolichopoda matsakisi faces significant threats from cave disturbance and habitat degradation in its limited Greek range. Human activities including spelunking, cave tourism, and infrastructure development near cave entrances disrupt the delicate microclimate conditions essential for this specialized cave cricket. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and pollution affecting groundwater systems that maintain cave humidity levels.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic cave cricket inhabits limestone caves and underground caverns in Greece, requiring stable temperature and humidity conditions typical of deep cave environments. The species is adapted to the perpetual darkness of cave systems, where it feeds on organic matter and plays a crucial role in the cave ecosystem food web.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dolichopoda matsakisi classified as Vulnerable?
Dolichopoda matsakisi 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. Dolichopoda matsakisi faces significant threats from cave disturbance and habitat degradation in its limited Greek range. Human activities including spelunking, cave tourism, and infrastructure development near cave entrances disrupt the delicate microclimate conditions essential for this specialized cave cricket. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and pollution affecting groundwater systems that maintain cave humidity levels.
Where does Dolichopoda matsakisi live?
Dolichopoda matsakisi 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 Dolichopoda matsakisi?
The main threats to Dolichopoda matsakisi 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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