VU

Hauptidia distinguenda

Unknown

Overview

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

Hauptidia distinguenda faces significant pressure from agricultural intensification and habitat fragmentation across its European range. The species' dependence on specific host plants makes it particularly vulnerable to changes in grassland management practices, including increased pesticide use and conversion of semi-natural grasslands to intensive agriculture. Climate change may further stress populations by altering the phenology of both the leafhopper and its host plants.

Threat summary

Habitat

This leafhopper species inhabits semi-natural grasslands, meadows, and forest edges across parts of Europe. It shows a strong association with specific herbaceous host plants and requires diverse grassland ecosystems with minimal disturbance.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hauptidia distinguenda classified as Vulnerable?
Hauptidia distinguenda 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. Hauptidia distinguenda faces significant pressure from agricultural intensification and habitat fragmentation across its European range. The species' dependence on specific host plants makes it particularly vulnerable to changes in grassland management practices, including increased pesticide use and conversion of semi-natural grasslands to intensive agriculture. Climate change may further stress populations by altering the phenology of both the leafhopper and its host plants.
Where does Hauptidia distinguenda live?
Hauptidia distinguenda occurs in Armenia, Austria, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czechia, and Finland (plus 19 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 Hauptidia distinguenda?
The main threats to Hauptidia distinguenda 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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