VU

Hauffenia sp. nov.

Unknown

Overview

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

This newly described Hauffenia species faces significant threats from groundwater extraction and pollution affecting its specialized spring habitats. Urban development and agricultural intensification in surrounding watersheds pose additional risks through altered hydrology and chemical contamination. Climate change may further stress these vulnerable freshwater systems by reducing spring flow rates and altering water chemistry.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits freshwater springs and associated groundwater-fed streams, typically in limestone karst regions. These specialized aquatic environments maintain constant temperatures and specific water chemistry conditions essential for the species' survival.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hauffenia sp. nov. classified as Vulnerable?
Hauffenia sp. nov. 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. This newly described Hauffenia species faces significant threats from groundwater extraction and pollution affecting its specialized spring habitats. Urban development and agricultural intensification in surrounding watersheds pose additional risks through altered hydrology and chemical contamination. Climate change may further stress these vulnerable freshwater systems by reducing spring flow rates and altering water chemistry.
Where does Hauffenia sp. nov. live?
Hauffenia sp. nov. 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 Hauffenia sp. nov.?
The main threats to Hauffenia sp. nov. 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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