CR

Bulimulus sculpturatus

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Overview

Bulimulus sculpturatus is a species of tropical air-breathing land snail, a pulmonate gastropod mollusk in the subfamily Bulimulinae.

Bulimulus sculpturatus faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while introduced predatory species and parasites have further compromised remaining populations. Climate change-induced shifts in precipitation patterns threaten the specific moisture conditions this terrestrial gastropod requires for survival and reproduction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This terrestrial snail inhabits dry forest understory and scrubland environments, typically found among leaf litter and under rocks in areas with specific moisture and temperature requirements. The species shows preference for limestone-rich soils and areas with moderate canopy cover that provide protection from extreme weather conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Bulimulus sculpturatus classified as Critically Endangered?
Bulimulus sculpturatus 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 sculpturatus faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while introduced predatory species and parasites have further compromised remaining populations. Climate change-induced shifts in precipitation patterns threaten the specific moisture conditions this terrestrial gastropod requires for survival and reproduction.
Where does Bulimulus sculpturatus live?
Bulimulus sculpturatus 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 sculpturatus?
The main threats to Bulimulus sculpturatus are 8.1, ai-1, ai-2, and ai-3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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