Poecilus punctulatus
CR

Poecilus punctulatus

Local name: matt sollöpare

Unknown

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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.

Matt sollöpare faces severe population declines due to intensive agricultural practices and habitat degradation across its range. The species is particularly vulnerable to pesticide use and the conversion of traditional agricultural landscapes to intensive monocultures, which eliminate the diverse microhabitats essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inhabits agricultural landscapes including cultivated fields, field margins, grasslands, and areas with loose, well-drained soils. Prefers open habitats with sparse vegetation where it can hunt for small invertebrates, particularly in traditional farming systems with diverse crop rotations.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is matt sollöpare classified as Critically Endangered?
matt sollöpare 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. Matt sollöpare faces severe population declines due to intensive agricultural practices and habitat degradation across its range. The species is particularly vulnerable to pesticide use and the conversion of traditional agricultural landscapes to intensive monocultures, which eliminate the diverse microhabitats essential for its survival.
Where does matt sollöpare live?
matt sollöpare 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 matt sollöpare?
The main threats to matt sollöpare 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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