VU

Amnicola cora

Declining

Overview

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

Amnicola cora faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water quality deterioration in its limited freshwater spring systems. Urban development and agricultural runoff have contaminated many of the pristine spring environments this species requires, while water extraction for human use has reduced flow rates in critical habitats. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater snail inhabits pristine spring systems and associated seepage areas with consistent water flow and high water quality. It requires stable aquatic environments with specific temperature and chemical conditions typical of natural spring ecosystems.

Caves and subterranean habitats· major

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Marstoniopsis vrbasi

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EN

Marstoniopsis armoricana

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VU

Akiyoshia kobayashii

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VU

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Amnicola cora classified as Vulnerable?
Amnicola cora 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. Amnicola cora faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water quality deterioration in its limited freshwater spring systems. Urban development and agricultural runoff have contaminated many of the pristine spring environments this species requires, while water extraction for human use has reduced flow rates in critical habitats. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes.
Where does Amnicola cora live?
Amnicola cora 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 Amnicola cora?
The main threats to Amnicola cora 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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