VU

Elimia interrupta

Unknown

Overview

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

Elimia interrupta faces severe threats from habitat degradation caused by sedimentation and pollution in its freshwater stream environments. Dam construction and water diversions have altered natural flow regimes, while agricultural runoff introduces harmful chemicals and excess nutrients that degrade water quality. The species' limited distribution makes entire populations vulnerable to localized environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater gastropod inhabits clean, flowing streams and rivers with rocky or gravel substrates in the southeastern United States. It requires well-oxygenated water with stable temperatures and minimal sedimentation to maintain viable populations.

FRESHWATER· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Elimia interrupta classified as Vulnerable?
Elimia interrupta 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. Elimia interrupta faces severe threats from habitat degradation caused by sedimentation and pollution in its freshwater stream environments. Dam construction and water diversions have altered natural flow regimes, while agricultural runoff introduces harmful chemicals and excess nutrients that degrade water quality. The species' limited distribution makes entire populations vulnerable to localized environmental changes.
Where does Elimia interrupta live?
Elimia interrupta occurs in United States. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Elimia interrupta?
The main threats to Elimia interrupta 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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