VU

Jardinella corrugata

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Overview

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

Jardinella corrugata faces significant threats from habitat degradation and water quality changes in its restricted spring-fed environments. Urban development and agricultural activities in the surrounding catchment areas have altered natural water flow patterns and introduced pollutants that affect the delicate aquatic ecosystems this species depends upon. The species' extremely limited distribution makes entire populations vulnerable to single disturbance events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater gastropod is endemic to spring-fed pools and slow-flowing streams in southeastern Queensland, Australia. It inhabits shallow, clear waters with sandy or muddy substrates, typically in areas with emergent vegetation and stable water temperatures.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Jardinella corrugata classified as Vulnerable?
Jardinella corrugata 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. Jardinella corrugata faces significant threats from habitat degradation and water quality changes in its restricted spring-fed environments. Urban development and agricultural activities in the surrounding catchment areas have altered natural water flow patterns and introduced pollutants that affect the delicate aquatic ecosystems this species depends upon. The species' extremely limited distribution makes entire populations vulnerable to single disturbance events.
Where does Jardinella corrugata live?
Jardinella corrugata 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 Jardinella corrugata?
The main threats to Jardinella corrugata 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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