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Procellaris Grotis Noctuid Moth

Agrotis procellaris

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Overview

Agrotis procellaris is a species of moth in the family Noctuidae.

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.

Threat summary

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.

Conservation measures underway

Invasive/problematic species controlHabitat & natural process restorationSpecies recovery

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VU

Agrotis psammophaea

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Procellaris Grotis Noctuid Moth classified as Critically Endangered?
Procellaris Grotis Noctuid Moth 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. 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.
Where does Procellaris Grotis Noctuid Moth live?
Procellaris Grotis Noctuid Moth 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 Procellaris Grotis Noctuid Moth?
The main threats to Procellaris Grotis Noctuid Moth are 11.1, 11.4, 2.1, and 5.3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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