Bulimulus sp. nov. 'tuideroyi'
Overview
Bulimulus sp. nov. 'tuideroyi' is a species of tropical air-breathing land snail, a pulmonate gastropod mollusc in the subfamily Bulimulinae.
This newly described land snail faces extreme habitat pressure from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, while its slow reproductive rate hampers population recovery. Collection pressure from malacologists studying this taxonomically significant species may further impact already fragmented populations.
Habitat
Inhabits humid microhabitats within tropical dry forests and forest edges, typically found among leaf litter and under fallen logs. The species shows preference for areas with consistent moisture levels and specific soil chemistry conditions.
Other threatened species in BULIMULIDAE
Frequently asked questions
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