Agrotis procellaris
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Agrotis procellaris faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes, while its restricted distribution leaves little room for population recovery. Climate change may further exacerbate these pressures by altering the specific environmental conditions this moth requires for successful reproduction.
Habitat
This nocturnal moth inhabits coastal grasslands, dunes, and scrubland areas with specific vegetation communities. The species requires undisturbed natural habitats with native plant species that serve as larval host plants.