Neusgalgspin
VU

Neusgalgspin

Lasaeola prona

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lasaeola_prona

Overview

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

Lasaeola prona faces significant pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along South Africa's shoreline, which directly destroys its specialized rocky intertidal habitat. Climate change-induced sea level rise and increased storm intensity threaten to alter the delicate balance of wave action and substrate stability that this species requires. Additionally, coastal pollution from urban runoff and marine debris accumulation in tide pools degrades water quality in its microhabitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits rocky intertidal zones along the South African coast, specifically occupying crevices and under-boulder spaces in the mid to lower tidal zones. It requires areas with consistent wave action and stable rocky substrate that provide protection during low tide periods.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Neusgalgspin classified as Vulnerable?
Neusgalgspin 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. Lasaeola prona faces significant pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along South Africa's shoreline, which directly destroys its specialized rocky intertidal habitat. Climate change-induced sea level rise and increased storm intensity threaten to alter the delicate balance of wave action and substrate stability that this species requires. Additionally, coastal pollution from urban runoff and marine debris accumulation in tide pools degrades water quality in its microhabitat.
Where does Neusgalgspin live?
Neusgalgspin occurs in Åland Islands, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Canada, and Denmark (plus 19 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 Neusgalgspin?
The main threats to Neusgalgspin 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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