CR

Napaeus tagamichensis

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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.

Napaeus tagamichensis 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 activities. Introduced species and altered fire regimes further threaten the remaining populations of this endemic land snail.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic land snail inhabits rocky coastal areas and dry scrubland vegetation typical of the Canary Islands. It is restricted to very specific microhabitats with particular moisture and substrate conditions that support its survival.

Conservation measures underway

Resource & habitat protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Napaeus tagamichensis classified as Critically Endangered?
Napaeus tagamichensis is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Napaeus tagamichensis 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 activities. Introduced species and altered fire regimes further threaten the remaining populations of this endemic land snail.
Where does Napaeus tagamichensis live?
Napaeus tagamichensis occurs in Spain. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Napaeus tagamichensis?
The main threats to Napaeus tagamichensis are 1.1, 11.1, 11.2, and 12.1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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