sandnejlikegallmal
EN

sandnejlikegallmal

Caryocolum arenariella

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Caryocolum_schleichi

Overview

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

Caryocolum arenariella faces severe population decline due to the destruction and fragmentation of its specialized coastal sand dune habitats through urban development, tourism infrastructure, and coastal erosion. The species' dependence on specific host plants in these vulnerable ecosystems makes it particularly susceptible to habitat quality degradation from trampling, invasive plant species, and altered sand dynamics from coastal management practices.

Threat summary

Habitat

This specialized moth inhabits coastal sand dunes and sandy grasslands, where its larvae feed on specific host plants adapted to these nutrient-poor, salt-influenced environments. The species requires stable dune systems with appropriate vegetation structure and minimal disturbance to complete its life cycle.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is sandnejlikegallmal classified as Endangered?
sandnejlikegallmal is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Caryocolum arenariella faces severe population decline due to the destruction and fragmentation of its specialized coastal sand dune habitats through urban development, tourism infrastructure, and coastal erosion. The species' dependence on specific host plants in these vulnerable ecosystems makes it particularly susceptible to habitat quality degradation from trampling, invasive plant species, and altered sand dynamics from coastal management practices.
Where does sandnejlikegallmal live?
sandnejlikegallmal occurs in Estonia, Finland, North Macedonia, Russia, and Sweden. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to sandnejlikegallmal?
The main threats to sandnejlikegallmal 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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