Cochylidia moguntiana
VU

Cochylidia moguntiana

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.

The lesser field wormwood root moth faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat loss from agricultural intensification and urban development across its European range. The species' specialized dependence on specific Artemisia host plants makes it particularly vulnerable to changes in grassland management practices. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the distribution and phenology of both the moth and its host plants, potentially disrupting critical breeding cycles.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits dry grasslands, meadows, and field margins where its host plants in the Artemisia genus grow. It shows a preference for calcareous soils and semi-natural grassland ecosystems with sparse vegetation cover.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cochylidia moguntiana classified as Vulnerable?
Cochylidia moguntiana 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. The lesser field wormwood root moth faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat loss from agricultural intensification and urban development across its European range. The species' specialized dependence on specific Artemisia host plants makes it particularly vulnerable to changes in grassland management practices. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the distribution and phenology of both the moth and its host plants, potentially disrupting critical breeding cycles.
Where does Cochylidia moguntiana live?
Cochylidia moguntiana occurs in Austria, Bulgaria, China, Denmark, Estonia, and Finland (plus 11 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cochylidia moguntiana?
The main threats to Cochylidia moguntiana 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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