CR

Cookeconcha contorta

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Overview

Cookeconcha contorta is a species of very small, air-breathing land snail, a terrestrial pulmonate gastropod mollusk in the family Endodontidae.

Cookeconcha contorta faces severe threats from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, with small population sizes unable to withstand even minor habitat disturbances. Invasive plant species are altering the forest understory composition, disrupting the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic snail requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic land snail inhabits moist native forests with dense leaf litter and specific microclimate conditions. It requires undisturbed forest floor environments with consistent moisture levels and organic debris for shelter and feeding.

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Endodonta apiculata

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Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Cookeconcha contorta classified as Critically Endangered?
Cookeconcha contorta 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. Cookeconcha contorta faces severe threats from habitat destruction as its native forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, with small population sizes unable to withstand even minor habitat disturbances. Invasive plant species are altering the forest understory composition, disrupting the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic snail requires for survival.
Where does Cookeconcha contorta live?
Cookeconcha contorta 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 Cookeconcha contorta?
The main threats to Cookeconcha contorta 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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