VU

Setobaudinia spina

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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.

Setobaudinia spina faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within specialized marine environments. The species is particularly vulnerable to coastal development and pollution due to its limited distribution and specific ecological requirements. Ocean acidification and warming waters pose additional threats to this marine invertebrate's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Setobaudinia spina inhabits specialized marine environments, typically found in shallow coastal waters with specific substrate requirements. The species appears to be restricted to particular oceanographic conditions that support its unique ecological niche.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Setobaudinia spina classified as Vulnerable?
Setobaudinia spina 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. Setobaudinia spina faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within specialized marine environments. The species is particularly vulnerable to coastal development and pollution due to its limited distribution and specific ecological requirements. Ocean acidification and warming waters pose additional threats to this marine invertebrate's survival.
Where does Setobaudinia spina live?
Setobaudinia spina occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Setobaudinia spina?
The main threats to Setobaudinia spina 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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