CR

Bulimulus eos

Unknown

Overview

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

Bulimulus eos faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Ecuador. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Invasive plant species are altering the native vegetation communities that this endemic snail depends upon for food and shelter.

Threat summary

Habitat

Bulimulus eos inhabits dry scrubland and semi-arid coastal vegetation zones in western Ecuador. The species is typically found among native shrubs and low trees in areas with specific moisture and temperature conditions that support its survival and reproduction.

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VU

Bulimulus akamatus

Unknown
VU

Bulimulus alethorhytidus

Unknown
VU

Bulimulus cavagnaroi

Unknown
CR

Bulimulus adelphus

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Bulimulus eos classified as Critically Endangered?
Bulimulus eos is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Bulimulus eos faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Ecuador. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Invasive plant species are altering the native vegetation communities that this endemic snail depends upon for food and shelter.
Where does Bulimulus eos live?
Bulimulus eos 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 Bulimulus eos?
The main threats to Bulimulus eos are 2.1, 7.1, 8.1, and ai-1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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