VU

Campylaspis costata

Unknown

Overview

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

Campylaspis costata faces significant pressure from deep-sea mining activities and bottom trawling fisheries that disturb its benthic habitat. Climate change-induced ocean acidification and warming temperatures are altering the chemical composition of deep-sea environments where this cumacean crustacean resides. The species' limited dispersal ability and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances in its deep-water range.

Threat summary

Habitat

Campylaspis costata inhabits deep-sea benthic environments, typically found in soft sediments on continental slopes and abyssal plains at depths ranging from 200 to 2000 meters. This cumacean crustacean prefers muddy substrates where it can burrow and feed on organic detritus and small invertebrates.

MARINE· major

Threatened in Canada

VU

Lepiota echinella

Unknown
EN

Nymphaea loriana

Declining
EN

Lake Lamprey

Entosphenus macrostoma

Unknown
VU

Paddlefish

Polyodon spathula

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Campylaspis costata classified as Vulnerable?
Campylaspis costata 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. Campylaspis costata faces significant pressure from deep-sea mining activities and bottom trawling fisheries that disturb its benthic habitat. Climate change-induced ocean acidification and warming temperatures are altering the chemical composition of deep-sea environments where this cumacean crustacean resides. The species' limited dispersal ability and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances in its deep-water range.
Where does Campylaspis costata live?
Campylaspis costata occurs in Canada, Denmark, France, Iceland, Ireland, and Kyrgyzstan (plus 8 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Campylaspis costata?
The main threats to Campylaspis costata 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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