VU

Kaliella hongkongensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Kaliella hongkongensis faces severe pressure from Hong Kong's rapid urban development, which has eliminated much of its native forest habitat. The species is particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation as it requires continuous forest cover for dispersal between populations. Construction activities and infrastructure development continue to reduce the remaining patches of suitable woodland habitat where this endemic snail can survive.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic land snail inhabits the leaf litter and understory vegetation of Hong Kong's remaining native forests and wooded areas. It requires moist, shaded environments with adequate organic matter and is typically found in secondary forests and woodland remnants at various elevations across Hong Kong's terrain.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Kaliella hongkongensis classified as Vulnerable?
Kaliella hongkongensis 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. Kaliella hongkongensis faces severe pressure from Hong Kong's rapid urban development, which has eliminated much of its native forest habitat. The species is particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation as it requires continuous forest cover for dispersal between populations. Construction activities and infrastructure development continue to reduce the remaining patches of suitable woodland habitat where this endemic snail can survive.
Where does Kaliella hongkongensis live?
Kaliella hongkongensis 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 Kaliella hongkongensis?
The main threats to Kaliella hongkongensis 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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