VU

Freemouth Hydrobe Snail

Aphaostracon chalarogyrus

Unknown

Overview

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

Aphaostracon chalarogyrus faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range in the southeastern United States. The species' dependence on specific limestone cave and spring environments makes it particularly vulnerable to groundwater pollution and hydrological changes. Sedimentation from surface runoff and chemical contamination from agricultural practices pose ongoing threats to the delicate aquatic ecosystems this gastropod requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater gastropod inhabits limestone springs and associated cave systems in the southeastern United States, requiring clean, well-oxygenated water with stable temperatures and specific mineral compositions. The species is typically found in shallow spring runs and seepage areas where groundwater emerges through porous limestone bedrock.

Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· majorWetlands (inland) - Bogs, marshes, swamps, fens· major

Conservation measures underway

Resource & habitat protectionSite/area managementSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Freemouth Hydrobe Snail classified as Vulnerable?
Freemouth Hydrobe Snail 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. Aphaostracon chalarogyrus faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range in the southeastern United States. The species' dependence on specific limestone cave and spring environments makes it particularly vulnerable to groundwater pollution and hydrological changes. Sedimentation from surface runoff and chemical contamination from agricultural practices pose ongoing threats to the delicate aquatic ecosystems this gastropod requires for survival.
Where does Freemouth Hydrobe Snail live?
Freemouth Hydrobe Snail occurs in United States. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Freemouth Hydrobe Snail?
The main threats to Freemouth Hydrobe Snail 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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