VU

Mastigodiaptomus purpureus

Unknown

Overview

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

Mastigodiaptomus purpureus faces severe threats from water pollution and eutrophication in its limited freshwater habitats. Agricultural runoff containing pesticides and fertilizers directly impacts this copepod's survival, while urban development around water bodies introduces additional contaminants. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, with habitat degradation representing the primary driver of population decline.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater copepod inhabits specific lake and pond systems with particular water chemistry requirements. It typically occurs in oligotrophic to mesotrophic waters with stable temperature regimes and low pollution levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mastigodiaptomus purpureus classified as Vulnerable?
Mastigodiaptomus purpureus 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. Mastigodiaptomus purpureus faces severe threats from water pollution and eutrophication in its limited freshwater habitats. Agricultural runoff containing pesticides and fertilizers directly impacts this copepod's survival, while urban development around water bodies introduces additional contaminants. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, with habitat degradation representing the primary driver of population decline.
Where does Mastigodiaptomus purpureus live?
Mastigodiaptomus purpureus occurs in Cuba, and Haiti. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Mastigodiaptomus purpureus?
The main threats to Mastigodiaptomus purpureus 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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