VU

Imnadia banatica

Unknown

Overview

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

Imnadia banatica faces severe threats from the destruction and degradation of its temporary wetland habitats across the Pannonian Basin. Agricultural intensification, urban development, and altered hydrological regimes have eliminated many of the seasonal pools and temporary ponds essential for this clam shrimp's reproduction and survival. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering precipitation patterns that determine the timing and duration of temporary water bodies.

Threat summary

Habitat

Imnadia banatica inhabits temporary pools, seasonal ponds, and ephemeral wetlands in the Pannonian Basin region of southeastern Europe. These shallow, temporary water bodies typically form during spring rains and dry up by summer, creating the specific hydroperiod conditions required for the species' life cycle.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Imnadia banatica classified as Vulnerable?
Imnadia banatica 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. Imnadia banatica faces severe threats from the destruction and degradation of its temporary wetland habitats across the Pannonian Basin. Agricultural intensification, urban development, and altered hydrological regimes have eliminated many of the seasonal pools and temporary ponds essential for this clam shrimp's reproduction and survival. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering precipitation patterns that determine the timing and duration of temporary water bodies.
Where does Imnadia banatica live?
Imnadia banatica 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 Imnadia banatica?
The main threats to Imnadia banatica 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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