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Acrothrix gracilis

Local name: spetstång

Unknown

Overview

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

Spetstång faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized wetland environments, where water level fluctuations and pollution from agricultural runoff directly impact the aquatic vegetation it depends on. Urban development and infrastructure projects have fragmented its remaining suitable habitats, while climate change is altering precipitation patterns that maintain the delicate hydrological balance of its wetland ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

Spetstång inhabits shallow freshwater wetlands, marshes, and slow-moving waterways with dense aquatic vegetation. It requires areas with stable water levels and clean water conditions, typically found in lowland regions with rich organic substrates.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is spetstång classified as Vulnerable?
spetstång 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. Spetstång faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized wetland environments, where water level fluctuations and pollution from agricultural runoff directly impact the aquatic vegetation it depends on. Urban development and infrastructure projects have fragmented its remaining suitable habitats, while climate change is altering precipitation patterns that maintain the delicate hydrological balance of its wetland ecosystems.
Where does spetstång live?
spetstång 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 spetstång?
The main threats to spetstång 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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