VU

Napaeus doloresae

Unknown

Overview

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

Napaeus doloresae faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion on the Canary Islands. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to local environmental changes and human disturbance. Introduced species and altered fire regimes further threaten the remaining populations of this endemic land snail.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic land snail inhabits dry scrubland and rocky areas in the lower elevations of the Canary Islands. It is typically found among native vegetation and rock crevices in semi-arid Mediterranean-type ecosystems.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Napaeus doloresae classified as Vulnerable?
Napaeus doloresae 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. Napaeus doloresae faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion on the Canary Islands. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to local environmental changes and human disturbance. Introduced species and altered fire regimes further threaten the remaining populations of this endemic land snail.
Where does Napaeus doloresae live?
Napaeus doloresae 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 Napaeus doloresae?
The main threats to Napaeus doloresae 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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