Monochroa sepicolella
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Monochroa sepicolella

Local name: större bergsyredystermal

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Overview

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

Monochroa sepicolella faces severe habitat loss due to agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited Scandinavian range. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures alter the alpine and subalpine environments this cold-adapted moth requires. The species' highly specialized ecological requirements and restricted distribution make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This moth inhabits alpine and subalpine grasslands, mountain meadows, and rocky slopes in Scandinavia, typically at elevations above 500 meters. It requires specific microhabitats with its host plants and is adapted to the harsh conditions of northern European mountain environments.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is större bergsyredystermal classified as Endangered?
större bergsyredystermal 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. Monochroa sepicolella faces severe habitat loss due to agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited Scandinavian range. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures alter the alpine and subalpine environments this cold-adapted moth requires. The species' highly specialized ecological requirements and restricted distribution make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes.
Where does större bergsyredystermal live?
större bergsyredystermal occurs in Åland Islands, Austria, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, and France (plus 11 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 större bergsyredystermal?
The main threats to större bergsyredystermal 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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