CR

Acanthodesmos gibarensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Acanthodesmos gibarensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to limestone quarrying and urban development in its restricted Cuban range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to local environmental changes and human activities. Invasive plant species are also degrading the native vegetation communities this endemic snail depends upon for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Cuban land snail inhabits limestone karst formations and associated dry forests in the Gibara region of Holguín Province. It requires specific microhabitat conditions found in crevices and caves within the limestone substrate, along with native vegetation cover.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Acanthodesmos gibarensis classified as Critically Endangered?
Acanthodesmos gibarensis 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. Acanthodesmos gibarensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to limestone quarrying and urban development in its restricted Cuban range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to local environmental changes and human activities. Invasive plant species are also degrading the native vegetation communities this endemic snail depends upon for survival.
Where does Acanthodesmos gibarensis live?
Acanthodesmos gibarensis 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 Acanthodesmos gibarensis?
The main threats to Acanthodesmos gibarensis 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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