CR

Coahuilix hubbsi

Unknown

Overview

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

Coahuilix hubbsi faces severe threats from groundwater extraction and agricultural diversions that have dramatically reduced water levels in its desert spring habitats. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to any hydrological changes, while introduced species and habitat modification from human activities further compromise the delicate spring ecosystems it depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This critically endangered snail is endemic to freshwater springs in the Chihuahuan Desert of Coahuila, Mexico. It inhabits the shallow, mineral-rich waters of desert springs and associated wetland areas that provide the specific water chemistry and temperature conditions required for its survival.

FRESHWATER· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Coahuilix hubbsi classified as Critically Endangered?
Coahuilix hubbsi is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Coahuilix hubbsi faces severe threats from groundwater extraction and agricultural diversions that have dramatically reduced water levels in its desert spring habitats. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to any hydrological changes, while introduced species and habitat modification from human activities further compromise the delicate spring ecosystems it depends upon.
Where does Coahuilix hubbsi live?
Coahuilix hubbsi 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 Coahuilix hubbsi?
The main threats to Coahuilix hubbsi 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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