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Megacraspedus imparellus

Megacraspedus imparellus

Slovakia, Bulgaria, Mongolia, Romania, Germany
Status
Not Evaluated

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Grassland

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
Omnivorous

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
Diurnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

Distribution. South-eastern Europe, with confirmed records from Austria, Bulgaria, Greece, Hungary, Russia (S. Ural, Caucasus), Romania, and Slovakia. A record from France (Varenne and Nel 2014: 61) refers to M. quadristictus. For records from Germany see under Remarks. Records from Mongolia (Piskunov 1979: 401 - 402) refer to M. leuca. Recorded from Italy (Toscana) by Mariani (1943: 174).
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Megacraspedus imparellus is officially designated as Not Evaluated. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to grassland, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of diverse organic matter. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a its natural cycle activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Megacraspedus imparellus.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeSlovakia, Bulgaria, Mongolia, Romania, Germany
Habitat RangeGrassland
Lifespan
StatusData Deficient
ScientificMegacraspedus imparellus
Registry Info
LifespanUnknown
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyGelechiidae