VU

Meta dolloff

Unknown

Overview

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

Meta dolloff faces significant threats from cave disturbance and habitat degradation in its limited range across the southeastern United States. Human activities including cave tourism, spelunking, and infrastructure development near cave entrances disrupt the delicate microclimate conditions essential for this cave-obligate spider's survival. Water pollution and changes to groundwater flow patterns further compromise the specialized cave ecosystems where this species has evolved.

Threat summary

Habitat

Meta dolloff inhabits deep cave systems and underground passages in limestone karst regions of the southeastern United States. This obligate cave-dwelling spider requires stable temperature and humidity conditions found in the dark zones of caves, typically residing in areas with minimal air circulation and consistent environmental conditions year-round.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Meta dolloff classified as Vulnerable?
Meta dolloff 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. Meta dolloff faces significant threats from cave disturbance and habitat degradation in its limited range across the southeastern United States. Human activities including cave tourism, spelunking, and infrastructure development near cave entrances disrupt the delicate microclimate conditions essential for this cave-obligate spider's survival. Water pollution and changes to groundwater flow patterns further compromise the specialized cave ecosystems where this species has evolved.
Where does Meta dolloff live?
Meta dolloff 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 Meta dolloff?
The main threats to Meta dolloff 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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