VU

strandveronikemal

Acompsia subpunctella

Unknown

Overview

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

Acompsia subpunctella faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized coastal and sandy environments. Urban development and tourism infrastructure along European coastlines have fragmented its breeding sites, while climate change-induced sea level rise threatens the stability of its dune ecosystems. Agricultural intensification in adjacent areas has reduced the availability of its host plants, further constraining population recovery.

Threat summary

Habitat

This moth species inhabits coastal dunes, sandy grasslands, and maritime heathlands across parts of Europe. It shows particular preference for areas with sparse vegetation and exposed sandy substrates where its larval host plants thrive.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is strandveronikemal classified as Vulnerable?
strandveronikemal 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. Acompsia subpunctella faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized coastal and sandy environments. Urban development and tourism infrastructure along European coastlines have fragmented its breeding sites, while climate change-induced sea level rise threatens the stability of its dune ecosystems. Agricultural intensification in adjacent areas has reduced the availability of its host plants, further constraining population recovery.
Where does strandveronikemal live?
strandveronikemal occurs in Åland Islands, Estonia, Finland, France, Latvia, and Russia (plus 1 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 strandveronikemal?
The main threats to strandveronikemal 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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