Sea-aster Groundling
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Sea-aster Groundling

Scrobipalpa salicorniae

Unknown

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

Overview

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

The Sea-aster Groundling faces severe threats from coastal development and sea-level rise, which directly destroy its specialized saltmarsh habitats. Climate change intensifies storm surges and flooding that can eliminate entire populations of its host plant, sea aster (Tripolium pannonicum). Agricultural conversion of coastal margins and pollution from urban runoff further degrade the pristine saltmarsh conditions this moth requires for successful reproduction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This specialized moth inhabits coastal saltmarshes and estuarine margins where its host plant, sea aster (Tripolium pannonicum), grows in tidal zones. It requires pristine saltmarsh conditions with regular tidal influence and minimal human disturbance for successful larval development.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sea-aster Groundling classified as Endangered?
Sea-aster Groundling 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. The Sea-aster Groundling faces severe threats from coastal development and sea-level rise, which directly destroy its specialized saltmarsh habitats. Climate change intensifies storm surges and flooding that can eliminate entire populations of its host plant, sea aster (Tripolium pannonicum). Agricultural conversion of coastal margins and pollution from urban runoff further degrade the pristine saltmarsh conditions this moth requires for successful reproduction.
Where does Sea-aster Groundling live?
Sea-aster Groundling occurs in Åland Islands, Austria, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, and Germany (plus 4 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 Sea-aster Groundling?
The main threats to Sea-aster Groundling 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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