VU

myrgropspindel

Diplocephalus dentatus

Unknown

Overview

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

Diplocephalus dentatus faces significant pressure from agricultural intensification and habitat fragmentation across its European range. The species' specialized microhabitat requirements in moss layers and leaf litter make it particularly vulnerable to changes in soil moisture and vegetation structure. Urban development and the conversion of natural grasslands to intensive agriculture have reduced suitable habitat patches, while climate change may be altering the moisture regimes essential for this ground-dwelling spider's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This small linyphiid spider inhabits moss layers, leaf litter, and low vegetation in natural grasslands, heathlands, and forest edges across Europe. The species requires stable moisture conditions and undisturbed ground layer vegetation for successful reproduction and prey capture.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is myrgropspindel classified as Vulnerable?
myrgropspindel 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. Diplocephalus dentatus faces significant pressure from agricultural intensification and habitat fragmentation across its European range. The species' specialized microhabitat requirements in moss layers and leaf litter make it particularly vulnerable to changes in soil moisture and vegetation structure. Urban development and the conversion of natural grasslands to intensive agriculture have reduced suitable habitat patches, while climate change may be altering the moisture regimes essential for this ground-dwelling spider's survival.
Where does myrgropspindel live?
myrgropspindel occurs in Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, and Poland (plus 3 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 myrgropspindel?
The main threats to myrgropspindel 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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