VUVulnerable
Leptopalaemon magelensis
Stable
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Leptopalaemon magelensis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted freshwater environments. Urban development and agricultural expansion around its limited range have altered water quality and flow patterns. Pollution from agricultural runoff and domestic waste poses additional risks to the delicate aquatic ecosystems this shrimp depends upon.
Habitat
This freshwater shrimp inhabits clean, well-oxygenated streams and springs in mountainous regions. It requires stable water temperatures and high water quality, typically found in rocky substrates with moderate to fast-flowing water.
Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major
Conservation measures underway
Site/area protection
