VU

Juturnia coahuilae

Unknown

Overview

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

Juturnia coahuilae faces severe pressure from groundwater extraction and agricultural development in its limited desert spring habitat in Coahuila, Mexico. The species' dependence on specific hydrogeological conditions makes it extremely vulnerable to water table changes and pollution from nearby farming activities. Climate change poses an additional threat through increased aridity and altered precipitation patterns in the Chihuahuan Desert region.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to desert springs and associated wetland areas in the Chihuahuan Desert of Coahuila, Mexico. It requires specific water chemistry and temperature conditions found in natural spring systems with consistent groundwater flow.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Juturnia coahuilae classified as Vulnerable?
Juturnia coahuilae 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. Juturnia coahuilae faces severe pressure from groundwater extraction and agricultural development in its limited desert spring habitat in Coahuila, Mexico. The species' dependence on specific hydrogeological conditions makes it extremely vulnerable to water table changes and pollution from nearby farming activities. Climate change poses an additional threat through increased aridity and altered precipitation patterns in the Chihuahuan Desert region.
Where does Juturnia coahuilae live?
Juturnia coahuilae 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 Juturnia coahuilae?
The main threats to Juturnia coahuilae 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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