VU

Clavator moreleti

Unknown

Overview

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

Clavator moreleti faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as limestone karst formations are quarried for construction materials and agricultural expansion. The species' restricted range in southeastern Mexico makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with urban development and infrastructure projects fragmenting remaining suitable habitat. Climate change poses an additional risk by altering the moisture regimes essential for this terrestrial gastropod's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This terrestrial snail inhabits limestone karst formations and rocky outcrops in tropical deciduous forests of southeastern Mexico. It requires specific microhabitat conditions with adequate moisture and calcium-rich substrates typical of karst landscapes.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Clavator moreleti classified as Vulnerable?
Clavator moreleti 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. Clavator moreleti faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as limestone karst formations are quarried for construction materials and agricultural expansion. The species' restricted range in southeastern Mexico makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with urban development and infrastructure projects fragmenting remaining suitable habitat. Climate change poses an additional risk by altering the moisture regimes essential for this terrestrial gastropod's survival.
Where does Clavator moreleti live?
Clavator moreleti 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 Clavator moreleti?
The main threats to Clavator moreleti 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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