VU

Elimia boykiniana

Unknown

Overview

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

Elimia boykiniana faces severe threats from habitat degradation caused by sedimentation and pollution in its freshwater stream systems. Dam construction and water diversions have altered natural flow regimes, while agricultural runoff introduces harmful chemicals and excess nutrients that degrade water quality. Urban development in watersheds increases surface runoff and introduces contaminants that directly impact the species' survival in its limited range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater gastropod inhabits clean, flowing streams and rivers with rocky or gravel substrates in the southeastern United States. It requires well-oxygenated water with stable temperatures and minimal sedimentation to support its filter-feeding lifestyle.

FRESHWATER· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Elimia boykiniana classified as Vulnerable?
Elimia boykiniana 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 boykiniana faces severe threats from habitat degradation caused by sedimentation and pollution in its freshwater stream systems. Dam construction and water diversions have altered natural flow regimes, while agricultural runoff introduces harmful chemicals and excess nutrients that degrade water quality. Urban development in watersheds increases surface runoff and introduces contaminants that directly impact the species' survival in its limited range.
Where does Elimia boykiniana live?
Elimia boykiniana occurs in Georgia, and United States. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Elimia boykiniana?
The main threats to Elimia boykiniana 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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