Miratesta celebensis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Miratesta celebensis faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion across its limited range in Sulawesi's lowland and hill forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for palm oil plantations and rice cultivation, has fragmented much of its original forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while collection pressure for the shell trade poses an additional threat to remaining populations.
Habitat
This endemic land snail inhabits the humid lowland and hill forests of Sulawesi, typically found in leaf litter and among vegetation in primary and secondary forest environments. It occurs at elevations from sea level to approximately 800 meters, preferring areas with consistent moisture and organic debris.