VU

Beddomeia salmonis

Unknown

Overview

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

Beddomeia salmonis faces significant threats from habitat degradation due to agricultural runoff and sedimentation in its freshwater spring systems. Water quality deterioration from nutrient pollution and altered flow regimes poses ongoing risks to this endemic Tasmanian hydrobiid snail. Climate change-induced alterations to groundwater systems and increased frequency of extreme weather events further threaten the stability of its specialized spring habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to freshwater springs and associated wetland systems in Tasmania, Australia. It inhabits clean, cool spring-fed waters with stable temperatures and high water quality, typically in areas with minimal human disturbance.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Beddomeia salmonis classified as Vulnerable?
Beddomeia salmonis 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 salmonis faces significant threats from habitat degradation due to agricultural runoff and sedimentation in its freshwater spring systems. Water quality deterioration from nutrient pollution and altered flow regimes poses ongoing risks to this endemic Tasmanian hydrobiid snail. Climate change-induced alterations to groundwater systems and increased frequency of extreme weather events further threaten the stability of its specialized spring habitats.
Where does Beddomeia salmonis live?
Beddomeia salmonis 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 salmonis?
The main threats to Beddomeia salmonis 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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