taggig svartbagge
CR

taggig svartbagge

Eledonoprius armatus

Unknown

Photo: Photo: (c) Cosmin Manci, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC), uploaded by Cosmin Manci

Overview

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

Eledonoprius armatus faces severe population declines due to widespread habitat destruction from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range. The species' dependence on old-growth forest ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to logging activities and forest fragmentation, while its specialized ecological requirements limit its ability to adapt to modified landscapes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits mature deciduous and mixed forests, particularly favoring old-growth woodland areas with abundant dead wood and decaying organic matter. It is typically found in forest ecosystems with well-developed canopy structure and rich understory vegetation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is taggig svartbagge classified as Critically Endangered?
taggig svartbagge is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Eledonoprius armatus faces severe population declines due to widespread habitat destruction from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range. The species' dependence on old-growth forest ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to logging activities and forest fragmentation, while its specialized ecological requirements limit its ability to adapt to modified landscapes.
Where does taggig svartbagge live?
taggig svartbagge occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to taggig svartbagge?
The main threats to taggig svartbagge 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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