VU

roodspriet-kopermanteltje

Ferdinandea ruficornis

UnknownLCEULCEU

Overview

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

The roodspriet-kopermanteltje faces significant pressure from agricultural intensification and urbanization across its South African range, which has led to widespread habitat fragmentation. Pesticide use in farming areas poses additional risks to this hover fly species, while climate change may be altering the flowering patterns of native plants it depends on for nectar sources.

Threat summary

Habitat

This hover fly species inhabits fynbos vegetation and coastal scrublands in the Western Cape region of South Africa. It requires areas with diverse native flowering plants that provide nectar sources throughout its active season.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is roodspriet-kopermanteltje classified as Vulnerable?
roodspriet-kopermanteltje 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. The roodspriet-kopermanteltje faces significant pressure from agricultural intensification and urbanization across its South African range, which has led to widespread habitat fragmentation. Pesticide use in farming areas poses additional risks to this hover fly species, while climate change may be altering the flowering patterns of native plants it depends on for nectar sources.
Where does roodspriet-kopermanteltje live?
roodspriet-kopermanteltje occurs in Austria, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, and Georgia (plus 16 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to roodspriet-kopermanteltje?
The main threats to roodspriet-kopermanteltje 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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