VU

Pseudagrion guichardi

Unknown

Overview

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

Pseudagrion guichardi faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited East African range. The species is particularly vulnerable to water pollution and sedimentation affecting the pristine streams it requires for breeding. Agricultural expansion and livestock grazing near water sources have altered the riparian vegetation structure essential for this damselfly's reproductive success.

Threat summary

Habitat

This damselfly inhabits clear, fast-flowing streams and small rivers in montane forest areas of East Africa. It requires well-vegetated riparian zones with overhanging vegetation that provides shade and breeding sites along rocky or sandy stream substrates.

Rocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Habitat & natural process restorationSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pseudagrion guichardi classified as Vulnerable?
Pseudagrion guichardi 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. Pseudagrion guichardi faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited East African range. The species is particularly vulnerable to water pollution and sedimentation affecting the pristine streams it requires for breeding. Agricultural expansion and livestock grazing near water sources have altered the riparian vegetation structure essential for this damselfly's reproductive success.
Where does Pseudagrion guichardi live?
Pseudagrion guichardi occurs in Ethiopia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Pseudagrion guichardi?
The main threats to Pseudagrion guichardi 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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