VU

Springer's Blenny

Scartella springeri

Unknown

Overview

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

Springer's Blenny faces significant pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along its limited Mediterranean range, particularly affecting the rocky intertidal zones it depends on. Marine pollution, including plastic debris and chemical runoff, degrades the water quality in its shallow coastal habitats. Climate change-induced sea level rise and increased storm intensity threaten to alter the delicate balance of its intertidal ecosystem, while rising sea temperatures may disrupt its reproductive cycles and prey availability.

Threat summary

Habitat

Springer's Blenny inhabits rocky intertidal zones and shallow coastal waters of the Mediterranean Sea, typically found in areas with abundant algae and small invertebrates. The species prefers protected coves and rocky shores with good water circulation, where it can find shelter in crevices and feed on the rich biofilm communities that develop on submerged rocks.

MARINE· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Springer's Blenny classified as Vulnerable?
Springer's Blenny 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. Springer's Blenny faces significant pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along its limited Mediterranean range, particularly affecting the rocky intertidal zones it depends on. Marine pollution, including plastic debris and chemical runoff, degrades the water quality in its shallow coastal habitats. Climate change-induced sea level rise and increased storm intensity threaten to alter the delicate balance of its intertidal ecosystem, while rising sea temperatures may disrupt its reproductive cycles and prey availability.
Where does Springer's Blenny live?
Springer's Blenny occurs in St. Helena. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Springer's Blenny?
The main threats to Springer's Blenny 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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