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Phyllodrepa salicis

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Overview

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

Phyllodrepa salicis faces severe population decline primarily due to the destruction and fragmentation of its specialized riparian woodland habitats. Urban development and agricultural expansion have eliminated many of the mature willow and poplar stands this beetle depends upon for breeding and feeding. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered flooding patterns that disrupt the natural regeneration cycles of its host trees.

Threat summary

Habitat

This specialized beetle inhabits riparian woodlands dominated by willow (Salix) and poplar species along river valleys and wetland margins. It requires mature trees with specific bark characteristics and moisture conditions for successful reproduction and larval development.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Phyllodrepa salicis classified as Critically Endangered?
Phyllodrepa salicis is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Phyllodrepa salicis faces severe population decline primarily due to the destruction and fragmentation of its specialized riparian woodland habitats. Urban development and agricultural expansion have eliminated many of the mature willow and poplar stands this beetle depends upon for breeding and feeding. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered flooding patterns that disrupt the natural regeneration cycles of its host trees.
Where does Phyllodrepa salicis live?
Phyllodrepa salicis occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Phyllodrepa salicis?
The main threats to Phyllodrepa salicis 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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