Laona pruinosa
CR

Laona pruinosa

Local name: skörthavsmandel

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Photo: Photo: (c) François Roche, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by François Roche

Overview

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

The skörthavsmandel faces severe population declines due to habitat destruction from coastal development and pollution in its specialized marine environments. Climate change-induced ocean acidification and rising sea temperatures are degrading the delicate ecosystems this species depends on for survival. Industrial fishing practices and marine pollution have further reduced available habitat and food sources.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inhabits shallow coastal waters, rocky intertidal zones, and kelp forests along temperate coastlines, typically at depths of 5-30 meters. Requires areas with strong water circulation and high dissolved oxygen levels, often associated with upwelling zones and nutrient-rich marine environments.

MARINE· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is skörthavsmandel classified as Critically Endangered?
skörthavsmandel is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. The skörthavsmandel faces severe population declines due to habitat destruction from coastal development and pollution in its specialized marine environments. Climate change-induced ocean acidification and rising sea temperatures are degrading the delicate ecosystems this species depends on for survival. Industrial fishing practices and marine pollution have further reduced available habitat and food sources.
Where does skörthavsmandel live?
skörthavsmandel 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 skörthavsmandel?
The main threats to skörthavsmandel 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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