Dichomeris limosellus
VU

Dichomeris limosellus

Local name: sandklövernålpalpmal

Unknown

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Overview

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

Dichomeris limosellus faces severe habitat loss due to agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited European range. The species' dependence on specific host plants in sandy coastal and inland habitats makes it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting its specialized microhabitat requirements.

Threat summary

Habitat

This microlepidopteran species inhabits sandy coastal areas, dunes, and inland sandy habitats where its host plants thrive. It requires specific microhabitat conditions with sparse vegetation and exposed sandy substrates typical of specialized coastal and heathland ecosystems.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is sandklövernålpalpmal classified as Vulnerable?
sandklövernålpalpmal 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. Dichomeris limosellus faces severe habitat loss due to agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited European range. The species' dependence on specific host plants in sandy coastal and inland habitats makes it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting its specialized microhabitat requirements.
Where does sandklövernålpalpmal live?
sandklövernålpalpmal occurs in Åland Islands, Austria, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, and Estonia (plus 17 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 sandklövernålpalpmal?
The main threats to sandklövernålpalpmal 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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