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Limnocythere porphyretica

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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.

Limnocythere porphyretica faces severe threats from habitat degradation in its restricted freshwater environments. Agricultural runoff and urban development have altered water chemistry and sedimentation patterns in the shallow lakes and ponds where this ostracod species occurs. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect water levels and temperature regimes critical for reproduction and survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater ostracod inhabits shallow lakes, ponds, and temporary water bodies with specific water chemistry requirements. The species is typically found in calcium-rich waters with moderate vegetation cover and soft sediment substrates.

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Leucocythere helenae

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Limnocythere porphyretica classified as Vulnerable?
Limnocythere porphyretica 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. Limnocythere porphyretica faces severe threats from habitat degradation in its restricted freshwater environments. Agricultural runoff and urban development have altered water chemistry and sedimentation patterns in the shallow lakes and ponds where this ostracod species occurs. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect water levels and temperature regimes critical for reproduction and survival.
Where does Limnocythere porphyretica live?
Limnocythere porphyretica 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 Limnocythere porphyretica?
The main threats to Limnocythere porphyretica 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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