VU

Mediterranea amaltheae

UnknownCREUCREU

Overview

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

Mediterranea amaltheae faces significant pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure expansion throughout its Mediterranean range. The species is particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation caused by urbanization of coastal areas, while pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development degrades the quality of its specialized microhabitats. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased frequency of extreme weather events that can destroy critical breeding sites.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits specialized microhabitats in Mediterranean coastal regions, typically found in rocky crevices, limestone formations, and areas with specific moisture and temperature requirements. It shows strong preference for undisturbed coastal environments with native vegetation cover.

Caves and subterranean habitats· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mediterranea amaltheae classified as Vulnerable?
Mediterranea amaltheae 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. Mediterranea amaltheae faces significant pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure expansion throughout its Mediterranean range. The species is particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation caused by urbanization of coastal areas, while pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development degrades the quality of its specialized microhabitats. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased frequency of extreme weather events that can destroy critical breeding sites.
Where does Mediterranea amaltheae live?
Mediterranea amaltheae 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 Mediterranea amaltheae?
The main threats to Mediterranea amaltheae 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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