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Beddomeia kessneri

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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 kessneri faces significant threats from habitat degradation due to agricultural runoff and sedimentation in its freshwater spring systems. Water extraction and flow modification for agricultural and urban development have altered the delicate hydrological conditions this endemic Tasmanian hydrobiid snail requires. Climate change poses an additional risk through altered precipitation patterns that could affect spring flow regimes and water quality in its restricted range.

Threat summary

Habitat

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

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Beddomeia kessneri classified as Vulnerable?
Beddomeia kessneri 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 kessneri faces significant threats from habitat degradation due to agricultural runoff and sedimentation in its freshwater spring systems. Water extraction and flow modification for agricultural and urban development have altered the delicate hydrological conditions this endemic Tasmanian hydrobiid snail requires. Climate change poses an additional risk through altered precipitation patterns that could affect spring flow regimes and water quality in its restricted range.
Where does Beddomeia kessneri live?
Beddomeia kessneri 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 kessneri?
The main threats to Beddomeia kessneri 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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