VU

Kinosternon dunni

Unknown

Overview

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

Dunn's mud turtle faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as wetlands throughout its Pacific coastal range are drained for agriculture and urban development. The species is particularly vulnerable to water pollution from agricultural runoff and pesticides, which contaminate the shallow ponds and streams it depends on for survival. Collection for the pet trade has historically impacted populations, though this pressure has decreased in recent years.

Threat summary

Habitat

Dunn's mud turtle inhabits shallow freshwater environments including ponds, marshes, slow-moving streams, and seasonal wetlands along the Pacific coast from Sonora, Mexico to southern California. The species prefers areas with soft substrates and abundant aquatic vegetation, often in coastal plains and low-elevation valleys.

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VU

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Sternotherus depressusCR

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Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Kinosternon dunni classified as Vulnerable?
Kinosternon dunni 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. Dunn's mud turtle faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as wetlands throughout its Pacific coastal range are drained for agriculture and urban development. The species is particularly vulnerable to water pollution from agricultural runoff and pesticides, which contaminate the shallow ponds and streams it depends on for survival. Collection for the pet trade has historically impacted populations, though this pressure has decreased in recent years.
Where does Kinosternon dunni live?
Kinosternon dunni 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 Kinosternon dunni?
The main threats to Kinosternon dunni 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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