VU

Leptopyrgus melbourni

Unknown

Overview

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

Leptopyrgus melbourni faces significant pressure from urban development and coastal modification around Port Phillip Bay, where its limited freshwater spring habitats are increasingly fragmented. Water extraction and groundwater depletion threaten the artesian springs this species depends upon, while pollution from agricultural runoff and urban stormwater degrades water quality in its restricted range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater gastropod is endemic to artesian springs and spring-fed streams around Port Phillip Bay in Victoria, Australia. It requires clean, cool, calcium-rich spring water with stable flow rates and temperatures.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Leptopyrgus melbourni classified as Vulnerable?
Leptopyrgus melbourni 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. Leptopyrgus melbourni faces significant pressure from urban development and coastal modification around Port Phillip Bay, where its limited freshwater spring habitats are increasingly fragmented. Water extraction and groundwater depletion threaten the artesian springs this species depends upon, while pollution from agricultural runoff and urban stormwater degrades water quality in its restricted range.
Where does Leptopyrgus melbourni live?
Leptopyrgus melbourni occurs in New Zealand. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Leptopyrgus melbourni?
The main threats to Leptopyrgus melbourni 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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