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Disconaias salinasensis

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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.

Disconaias salinasensis faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water quality deterioration in its limited freshwater mussel habitat. Dam construction and water diversions have altered natural flow regimes, while agricultural runoff and urban development have increased sedimentation and pollution levels. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, and declining host fish populations further threaten its reproductive success.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater mussel inhabits clean, flowing waters of rivers and streams with stable substrates of sand, gravel, or cobble. It requires well-oxygenated water with minimal siltation and depends on specific host fish species for larval development and dispersal.

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VU

Brazzaea anceyi

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CR

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EN

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Disconaias salinasensis classified as Endangered?
Disconaias salinasensis 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. Disconaias salinasensis faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water quality deterioration in its limited freshwater mussel habitat. Dam construction and water diversions have altered natural flow regimes, while agricultural runoff and urban development have increased sedimentation and pollution levels. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, and declining host fish populations further threaten its reproductive success.
Where does Disconaias salinasensis live?
Disconaias salinasensis 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 Disconaias salinasensis?
The main threats to Disconaias salinasensis 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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