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Monterissa gowerensis

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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.

Monterissa gowerensis faces severe pressure from habitat degradation in its limited freshwater environments on the Gower Peninsula. Urban development and agricultural runoff have compromised water quality in the streams and springs where this endemic gastropod occurs. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate hydrological balance of its freshwater habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic freshwater snail inhabits springs, streams, and other freshwater bodies on the Gower Peninsula in South Wales. It requires clean, well-oxygenated water with stable flow regimes and appropriate substrate conditions for feeding and reproduction.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Monterissa gowerensis classified as Vulnerable?
Monterissa gowerensis 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. Monterissa gowerensis faces severe pressure from habitat degradation in its limited freshwater environments on the Gower Peninsula. Urban development and agricultural runoff have compromised water quality in the streams and springs where this endemic gastropod occurs. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate hydrological balance of its freshwater habitats.
Where does Monterissa gowerensis live?
Monterissa gowerensis 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 Monterissa gowerensis?
The main threats to Monterissa gowerensis 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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