CR

Pseudepapterus gracilis

Unknown

Overview

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

Pseudepapterus gracilis faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in South American cloud forests. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have destroyed critical breeding sites, while climate change is shifting the altitudinal zones where this species can survive. The beetle's specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to even small-scale habitat modifications.

Threat summary

Habitat

This beetle inhabits montane cloud forests and humid tropical forests at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters. It requires specific microhabitat conditions including rotting wood substrates and high humidity levels typical of undisturbed forest ecosystems.

Marine oceanic· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Tatia meesi

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pseudepapterus gracilis classified as Critically Endangered?
Pseudepapterus gracilis 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. Pseudepapterus gracilis faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in South American cloud forests. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have destroyed critical breeding sites, while climate change is shifting the altitudinal zones where this species can survive. The beetle's specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to even small-scale habitat modifications.
Where does Pseudepapterus gracilis live?
Pseudepapterus gracilis occurs in Venezuela. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Pseudepapterus gracilis?
The main threats to Pseudepapterus gracilis are 3.2, 5.3, 9.1, and 9.3.4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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