Scythris knochella
CR

Scythris knochella

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Overview

Scythris knochella is a species of moth belonging to the family Scythrididae.

Scythris knochella faces severe population declines due to habitat loss from agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited range. The species' specialized ecological requirements and restricted distribution make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and fragmentation of suitable habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inhabits dry grasslands, meadows, and agricultural margins with sparse vegetation, particularly areas with its specific host plants. The species is typically found in open, sun-exposed habitats at low to moderate elevations in temperate regions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Scythris knochella classified as Critically Endangered?
Scythris knochella 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. Scythris knochella faces severe population declines due to habitat loss from agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited range. The species' specialized ecological requirements and restricted distribution make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and fragmentation of suitable habitats.
Where does Scythris knochella live?
Scythris knochella occurs in Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czechia, Denmark, and France (plus 9 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 Scythris knochella?
The main threats to Scythris knochella 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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