Temnochile bleu
CR

Temnochile bleu

Temnoscheila caerulea

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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.

Temnoscheila caerulea faces severe population declines due to widespread deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its range. The species' dependence on old-growth forest ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to logging activities and agricultural conversion, while climate change is altering the temperature and moisture conditions essential for both the beetle and its prey species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This predatory beetle inhabits mature coniferous and mixed forests, particularly those with high densities of dead and dying trees where bark beetles and wood-boring insects serve as prey. The species requires complex forest ecosystems with diverse microhabitats including fallen logs, tree bark crevices, and areas with natural disturbance patterns.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Temnochile bleu classified as Critically Endangered?
Temnochile bleu 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. Temnoscheila caerulea faces severe population declines due to widespread deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its range. The species' dependence on old-growth forest ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to logging activities and agricultural conversion, while climate change is altering the temperature and moisture conditions essential for both the beetle and its prey species.
Where does Temnochile bleu live?
Temnochile bleu 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 Temnochile bleu?
The main threats to Temnochile bleu 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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