Sloe Flat-body
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Sloe Flat-body

Luquetia lobella

Unknown

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

Overview

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

The Sloe Flat-body faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the moisture-dependent environments this species requires. Collection pressure for the pet trade has also contributed to local population reductions in accessible areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

The Sloe Flat-body inhabits moist, shaded environments including forest understories, rocky crevices, and areas with high humidity levels. It shows a strong preference for microhabitats with consistent moisture and organic debris cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sloe Flat-body classified as Endangered?
Sloe Flat-body 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 Sloe Flat-body faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the moisture-dependent environments this species requires. Collection pressure for the pet trade has also contributed to local population reductions in accessible areas.
Where does Sloe Flat-body live?
Sloe Flat-body occurs in Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, and Denmark (plus 18 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 Sloe Flat-body?
The main threats to Sloe Flat-body 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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