VU

Beddomeia averni

Unknown

Overview

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

Beddomeia averni faces significant threats from habitat degradation due to sedimentation and pollution in its freshwater spring environments. Agricultural runoff and land-use changes in the surrounding catchment areas have altered water quality and flow patterns. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental disturbances, with small population sizes offering little resilience against habitat modifications.

Threat summary

Habitat

Beddomeia averni is endemic to freshwater spring systems and associated streams in Tasmania, Australia. This aquatic gastropod requires clean, well-oxygenated water with stable temperatures and specific substrate conditions found in these specialized spring environments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Beddomeia averni classified as Vulnerable?
Beddomeia averni 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. Beddomeia averni faces significant threats from habitat degradation due to sedimentation and pollution in its freshwater spring environments. Agricultural runoff and land-use changes in the surrounding catchment areas have altered water quality and flow patterns. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental disturbances, with small population sizes offering little resilience against habitat modifications.
Where does Beddomeia averni live?
Beddomeia averni 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 Beddomeia averni?
The main threats to Beddomeia averni 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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