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Jardinella pallida

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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 pallida faces severe threats from groundwater extraction and agricultural development in its limited spring habitat range. The species' dependence on specific hydrogeological conditions makes it extremely vulnerable to water table alterations and pollution from agricultural runoff. Urban expansion and infrastructure development further fragment and degrade the pristine spring environments essential for this endemic gastropod's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Jardinella pallida is endemic to freshwater spring systems and associated wetland habitats in southeastern Australia. This aquatic gastropod requires pristine, calcium-rich spring waters with stable temperatures and specific hydrochemical conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Jardinella pallida classified as Endangered?
Jardinella pallida is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Jardinella pallida faces severe threats from groundwater extraction and agricultural development in its limited spring habitat range. The species' dependence on specific hydrogeological conditions makes it extremely vulnerable to water table alterations and pollution from agricultural runoff. Urban expansion and infrastructure development further fragment and degrade the pristine spring environments essential for this endemic gastropod's survival.
Where does Jardinella pallida live?
Jardinella pallida 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 pallida?
The main threats to Jardinella pallida 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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