VU

Tachydromia woodi

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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.

Tachydromia woodi faces significant threats from habitat degradation and fragmentation of its specialized wetland environments. The species' restricted range and specific ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to water quality changes and hydrological modifications. Urban development and agricultural intensification within its limited distribution continue to reduce available breeding and foraging sites.

Threat summary

Habitat

Tachydromia woodi inhabits specialized wetland environments, particularly favoring areas with specific water chemistry and vegetation characteristics. The species is typically found in shallow, nutrient-rich waters with emergent vegetation that provides both breeding sites and prey resources.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Tachydromia woodi classified as Vulnerable?
Tachydromia woodi 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. Tachydromia woodi faces significant threats from habitat degradation and fragmentation of its specialized wetland environments. The species' restricted range and specific ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to water quality changes and hydrological modifications. Urban development and agricultural intensification within its limited distribution continue to reduce available breeding and foraging sites.
Where does Tachydromia woodi live?
Tachydromia woodi occurs in Belgium, Denmark, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and United Kingdom. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Tachydromia woodi?
The main threats to Tachydromia woodi 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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