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Lanistes alexandri

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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.

Lanistes alexandri faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat degradation and water pollution in its freshwater environments. Dam construction and water extraction for agriculture have significantly altered natural flow regimes, while agricultural runoff introduces harmful chemicals and sediments that degrade water quality. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater gastropod inhabits rivers, streams, and associated wetlands in tropical African freshwater systems. It requires clean, well-oxygenated water with stable flow patterns and appropriate substrate for feeding and reproduction.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Lanistes alexandri classified as Endangered?
Lanistes alexandri 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. Lanistes alexandri faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat degradation and water pollution in its freshwater environments. Dam construction and water extraction for agriculture have significantly altered natural flow regimes, while agricultural runoff introduces harmful chemicals and sediments that degrade water quality. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes.
Where does Lanistes alexandri live?
Lanistes alexandri 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 Lanistes alexandri?
The main threats to Lanistes alexandri 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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