VUVulnerable

Daphnia coronata

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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.

Daphnia coronata faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat degradation and water quality deterioration in its specialized freshwater environments. The species is particularly vulnerable to eutrophication from agricultural runoff and urban pollution, which alters the delicate chemical balance of its aquatic ecosystems. Climate change compounds these pressures by increasing water temperatures and altering precipitation patterns, further destabilizing the ephemeral pools and seasonal wetlands this species depends upon.
Threat summary

Habitat

Daphnia coronata inhabits temporary freshwater pools, seasonal ponds, and shallow wetlands with specific water chemistry requirements. The species thrives in ephemeral aquatic environments that experience natural drying cycles, typically found in temperate regions with distinct seasonal patterns.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Daphnia coronata classified as Vulnerable?

Daphnia coronata 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. Daphnia coronata faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat degradation and water quality deterioration in its specialized freshwater environments. The species is particularly vulnerable to eutrophication from agricultural runoff and urban pollution, which alters the delicate chemical balance of its aquatic ecosystems. Climate change compounds these pressures by increasing water temperatures and altering precipitation patterns, further destabilizing the ephemeral pools and seasonal wetlands this species depends upon.

Where does Daphnia coronata live?

Daphnia coronata 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 Daphnia coronata?

The main threats to Daphnia coronata 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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