VU

Discus marmorensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Discus marmorensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as limestone quarrying and urban development fragment its specialized cave and karst environments. The species' extremely limited range in the Bavarian Alps makes entire populations vulnerable to single disturbance events, while climate change threatens to alter the precise humidity and temperature conditions required for survival in its cave microhabitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This land snail inhabits limestone caves, rock crevices, and karst formations in the Bavarian Alps of Germany. It requires specific microclimate conditions with high humidity and stable temperatures found in cave entrances and deep rock fissures.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Discus marmorensis classified as Vulnerable?
Discus marmorensis 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. Discus marmorensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as limestone quarrying and urban development fragment its specialized cave and karst environments. The species' extremely limited range in the Bavarian Alps makes entire populations vulnerable to single disturbance events, while climate change threatens to alter the precise humidity and temperature conditions required for survival in its cave microhabitats.
Where does Discus marmorensis live?
Discus marmorensis 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 Discus marmorensis?
The main threats to Discus marmorensis 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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