VU

Ufipa Agile Grasshopper

Phymeurus brachypterus

Declining

Overview

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

Phymeurus brachypterus faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, while its restricted distribution increases extinction risk from localized threats. Collection pressure for the pet trade has also contributed to population declines in accessible areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits specialized microhabitats within temperate grasslands and scrublands, typically favoring areas with specific soil conditions and vegetation structure. It shows strong preference for undisturbed native grassland ecosystems with appropriate moisture levels and shelter availability.

Forest· majorSavanna· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ufipa Agile Grasshopper classified as Vulnerable?
Ufipa Agile Grasshopper 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. Phymeurus brachypterus faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, while its restricted distribution increases extinction risk from localized threats. Collection pressure for the pet trade has also contributed to population declines in accessible areas.
Where does Ufipa Agile Grasshopper live?
Ufipa Agile Grasshopper occurs in Malawi, and Tanzania. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Ufipa Agile Grasshopper?
The main threats to Ufipa Agile Grasshopper 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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