VU

paaspanterspin

Alopecosa barbipes

Unknown

Overview

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

Alopecosa barbipes faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited European range. The species' specialized requirements for sandy coastal dunes and heathland make it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as these ecosystems are increasingly converted or modified. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and rising sea levels affecting coastal populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This wolf spider inhabits sandy coastal dunes, dry heathlands, and open grasslands with sparse vegetation across northwestern Europe. The species shows a strong preference for well-drained sandy soils and areas with moderate disturbance that maintain open microhabitats.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is paaspanterspin classified as Vulnerable?
paaspanterspin 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. Alopecosa barbipes faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited European range. The species' specialized requirements for sandy coastal dunes and heathland make it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as these ecosystems are increasingly converted or modified. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and rising sea levels affecting coastal populations.
Where does paaspanterspin live?
paaspanterspin occurs in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, and France (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 paaspanterspin?
The main threats to paaspanterspin 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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