VU

Psychoda brevicornis

Unknown

Overview

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

Psychoda brevicornis faces significant threats from habitat degradation and pollution of its specialized aquatic breeding environments. Urban development and agricultural runoff contaminate the clean water sources essential for larval development, while climate change alters precipitation patterns that maintain suitable moisture levels. The species' restricted range and specific habitat requirements make populations particularly vulnerable to localized environmental disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This drain fly species inhabits moist organic matter around freshwater sources, including decaying vegetation near streams, seepage areas, and clean water margins. Adults are typically found in humid microhabitats close to their aquatic larval breeding sites.

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EN

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psychoda brevicornis classified as Vulnerable?
Psychoda brevicornis 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. Psychoda brevicornis faces significant threats from habitat degradation and pollution of its specialized aquatic breeding environments. Urban development and agricultural runoff contaminate the clean water sources essential for larval development, while climate change alters precipitation patterns that maintain suitable moisture levels. The species' restricted range and specific habitat requirements make populations particularly vulnerable to localized environmental disturbances.
Where does Psychoda brevicornis live?
Psychoda brevicornis occurs in Åland Islands, Finland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and United Kingdom. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Psychoda brevicornis?
The main threats to Psychoda brevicornis 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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