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Beddomeia kershawi

Unknown

Overview

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

Beddomeia kershawi faces significant threats from habitat degradation due to agricultural runoff and sedimentation in its freshwater spring environments. Water extraction and flow modification for agricultural and urban development have altered the delicate hydrological conditions these endemic snails require. Climate change poses an additional risk through altered precipitation patterns that could affect spring flow rates and water chemistry in Tasmania's highland regions.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Tasmanian freshwater snail inhabits cool, permanent springs and spring-fed streams in highland areas. It requires clean, well-oxygenated water with stable temperatures and specific mineral compositions typical of limestone spring systems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Beddomeia kershawi classified as Vulnerable?
Beddomeia kershawi 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 kershawi faces significant threats from habitat degradation due to agricultural runoff and sedimentation in its freshwater spring environments. Water extraction and flow modification for agricultural and urban development have altered the delicate hydrological conditions these endemic snails require. Climate change poses an additional risk through altered precipitation patterns that could affect spring flow rates and water chemistry in Tasmania's highland regions.
Where does Beddomeia kershawi live?
Beddomeia kershawi 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 kershawi?
The main threats to Beddomeia kershawi 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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