VU

Christianoconcha quintali

Unknown

Overview

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

Christianoconcha quintali faces severe pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within Chilean freshwater systems. Urban development and agricultural expansion have significantly altered the watershed dynamics essential for this endemic freshwater gastropod's survival. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and domestic waste poses additional threats to the species' aquatic habitat quality.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Chilean freshwater snail inhabits specific freshwater environments including streams, springs, and associated wetland areas within its limited geographic range. The species requires clean, well-oxygenated water with stable flow regimes and appropriate substrate conditions for feeding and reproduction.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Christianoconcha quintali classified as Vulnerable?
Christianoconcha quintali 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. Christianoconcha quintali faces severe pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within Chilean freshwater systems. Urban development and agricultural expansion have significantly altered the watershed dynamics essential for this endemic freshwater gastropod's survival. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and domestic waste poses additional threats to the species' aquatic habitat quality.
Where does Christianoconcha quintali live?
Christianoconcha quintali 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 Christianoconcha quintali?
The main threats to Christianoconcha quintali 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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