VU

Elimia pybasi

Unknown

Overview

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

Elimia pybasi faces severe threats from water pollution and sedimentation in its limited freshwater habitat range. Dam construction and water diversions have altered natural flow regimes, while agricultural runoff introduces harmful chemicals and excess nutrients that degrade water quality. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater snail inhabits clean, flowing streams and rivers with rocky or gravel substrates in southeastern United States watersheds. It requires well-oxygenated water with stable temperatures and minimal sedimentation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Elimia pybasi classified as Vulnerable?
Elimia pybasi 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. Elimia pybasi faces severe threats from water pollution and sedimentation in its limited freshwater habitat range. Dam construction and water diversions have altered natural flow regimes, while agricultural runoff introduces harmful chemicals and excess nutrients that degrade water quality. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes.
Where does Elimia pybasi live?
Elimia pybasi 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 Elimia pybasi?
The main threats to Elimia pybasi 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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