VU

Carinurella paradoxa

Unknown

Overview

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

Carinurella paradoxa faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within the Mediterranean basin. The species is particularly vulnerable to coastal development and tourism infrastructure that fragments its specialized limestone habitat. Agricultural intensification and quarrying activities have reduced available suitable substrate, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture regimes essential for this terrestrial gastropod's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This terrestrial gastropod inhabits limestone outcrops and rocky coastal areas in the Mediterranean region, typically found in crevices and under stones in semi-arid environments. The species requires specific moisture conditions and calcium-rich substrates characteristic of Mediterranean karst landscapes.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Carinurella paradoxa classified as Vulnerable?
Carinurella paradoxa 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. Carinurella paradoxa faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within the Mediterranean basin. The species is particularly vulnerable to coastal development and tourism infrastructure that fragments its specialized limestone habitat. Agricultural intensification and quarrying activities have reduced available suitable substrate, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture regimes essential for this terrestrial gastropod's survival.
Where does Carinurella paradoxa live?
Carinurella paradoxa 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 Carinurella paradoxa?
The main threats to Carinurella paradoxa 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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