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Beddomeia fallax

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Overview

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

Beddomeia fallax faces severe threats from habitat degradation due to agricultural runoff and sedimentation in its freshwater spring systems. Water extraction for irrigation and urban development has altered natural flow regimes, while introduced species and pollution from nearby farming activities continue to degrade water quality in the limited spring habitats where this endemic Tasmanian hydrobiid snail occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to freshwater springs and spring-fed streams in Tasmania, requiring clean, cool, well-oxygenated water with stable flow regimes. It typically inhabits shallow areas with rocky or gravelly substrates where organic matter accumulates.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Beddomeia fallax classified as Endangered?
Beddomeia fallax is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Beddomeia fallax faces severe threats from habitat degradation due to agricultural runoff and sedimentation in its freshwater spring systems. Water extraction for irrigation and urban development has altered natural flow regimes, while introduced species and pollution from nearby farming activities continue to degrade water quality in the limited spring habitats where this endemic Tasmanian hydrobiid snail occurs.
Where does Beddomeia fallax live?
Beddomeia fallax 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 fallax?
The main threats to Beddomeia fallax 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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