VU

Petaliaeschna flavipes

Unknown

Overview

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

Petaliaeschna flavipes faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range across southeastern Australia. Urban development and agricultural expansion have fragmented the pristine stream systems this species requires for breeding. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and altered flow regimes from dam construction further compromise the quality of its aquatic larval habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This dragonfly species inhabits clean, fast-flowing streams and rivers in forested areas of southeastern Australia. The larvae develop in well-oxygenated waters with rocky substrates, while adults hunt in the surrounding riparian vegetation and forest clearings.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Petaliaeschna flavipes classified as Vulnerable?
Petaliaeschna flavipes 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. Petaliaeschna flavipes faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range across southeastern Australia. Urban development and agricultural expansion have fragmented the pristine stream systems this species requires for breeding. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and altered flow regimes from dam construction further compromise the quality of its aquatic larval habitat.
Where does Petaliaeschna flavipes live?
Petaliaeschna flavipes occurs in Thailand, and Vietnam. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Petaliaeschna flavipes?
The main threats to Petaliaeschna flavipes 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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