VU

Wekiwa Siltsnail

Floridobia wekiwae

Unknown

Overview

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

Floridobia wekiwae faces severe habitat degradation from urban development and groundwater extraction in Florida's rapidly developing regions. The species' dependence on specific hydrological conditions in spring-fed systems makes it particularly vulnerable to water table alterations and pollution from agricultural runoff. Invasive plant species are also modifying the aquatic vegetation communities that this endemic gastropod requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic freshwater snail inhabits spring-fed streams and associated wetland systems in north-central Florida. The species requires clean, well-oxygenated waters with specific temperature ranges and aquatic vegetation typical of Florida's spring ecosystems.

Wetlands (inland)· majorRocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Wekiwa Siltsnail classified as Vulnerable?
Wekiwa Siltsnail 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. Floridobia wekiwae faces severe habitat degradation from urban development and groundwater extraction in Florida's rapidly developing regions. The species' dependence on specific hydrological conditions in spring-fed systems makes it particularly vulnerable to water table alterations and pollution from agricultural runoff. Invasive plant species are also modifying the aquatic vegetation communities that this endemic gastropod requires for survival.
Where does Wekiwa Siltsnail live?
Wekiwa Siltsnail occurs in 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 Wekiwa Siltsnail?
The main threats to Wekiwa Siltsnail 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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