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Ctenophila caldwelli

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Overview

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

Ctenophila caldwelli faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Mediterranean region. The species' specialized limestone habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to quarrying activities and infrastructure development. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the moisture-dependent vegetation communities this snail depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This terrestrial gastropod inhabits limestone outcrops and rocky slopes with sparse Mediterranean vegetation, typically found in areas with specific moisture and calcium carbonate requirements. The species shows strong preference for crevices and sheltered microhabitats within its limestone substrate range.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ctenophila caldwelli classified as Endangered?
Ctenophila caldwelli is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Ctenophila caldwelli faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Mediterranean region. The species' specialized limestone habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to quarrying activities and infrastructure development. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the moisture-dependent vegetation communities this snail depends upon.
Where does Ctenophila caldwelli live?
Ctenophila caldwelli 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 Ctenophila caldwelli?
The main threats to Ctenophila caldwelli 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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