VU

Boeckella nyoraensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Boeckella nyoraensis faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water quality changes in its limited alpine lake systems. Climate change poses an escalating risk through altered precipitation patterns and temperature increases that could fundamentally change the chemistry and thermal structure of its high-altitude aquatic habitats. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental disturbances and pollution events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater copepod is endemic to high-altitude alpine lakes and pools in southeastern Australia. It inhabits cold, oligotrophic waters with specific temperature and chemical requirements typical of pristine mountain lake ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Boeckella nyoraensis classified as Vulnerable?
Boeckella nyoraensis 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. Boeckella nyoraensis faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water quality changes in its limited alpine lake systems. Climate change poses an escalating risk through altered precipitation patterns and temperature increases that could fundamentally change the chemistry and thermal structure of its high-altitude aquatic habitats. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental disturbances and pollution events.
Where does Boeckella nyoraensis live?
Boeckella nyoraensis occurs in Australia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Boeckella nyoraensis?
The main threats to Boeckella nyoraensis 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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