Otiorhynchus uncinatus
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Otiorhynchus uncinatus faces severe population decline due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural intensification across its limited range. The species' specialized feeding requirements on specific alpine and subalpine plant communities make it particularly vulnerable to climate change-induced shifts in vegetation zones. Fragmentation of remaining suitable habitats has isolated populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting the species' ability to recolonize areas following local extinctions.
Habitat
This weevil species inhabits alpine and subalpine grasslands, typically found at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters in mountainous regions. It shows strong preference for areas with specific host plants and requires well-drained soils with particular moisture regimes characteristic of high-altitude ecosystems.
Other threatened species in Curculionidae
Threatened in Austria
Frequently asked questions
Why is Otiorhynchus uncinatus classified as Vulnerable?
Where does Otiorhynchus uncinatus live?
What are the main threats to Otiorhynchus uncinatus?
Get weekly conservation intelligence
One short digest a week of the most striking species and country data we ship, plus breaking conservation news paired with our database where it matters.
Free, no spam. One-click unsubscribe in every email.