VU

Mexilana saluposi

Unknown

Overview

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

Mexilana saluposi faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range in Mexico. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, while collection pressure for the ornamental shell trade poses an additional threat to remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater gastropod inhabits slow-moving streams, springs, and associated wetland areas in limestone karst regions of Mexico. The species requires clean, well-oxygenated water with specific calcium carbonate levels for shell development.

MARINE· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mexilana saluposi classified as Vulnerable?
Mexilana saluposi 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. Mexilana saluposi faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range in Mexico. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, while collection pressure for the ornamental shell trade poses an additional threat to remaining populations.
Where does Mexilana saluposi live?
Mexilana saluposi occurs in Mexico. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Mexilana saluposi?
The main threats to Mexilana saluposi 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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