Neodiaptomus intermedius
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Neodiaptomus intermedius faces severe pressure from habitat degradation and water quality deterioration in its limited freshwater environments. Agricultural runoff and urban development have introduced excessive nutrients and pollutants into the shallow lakes and ponds where this copepod species occurs. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, with entire populations at risk from single pollution events or habitat modifications.
Habitat
This freshwater copepod inhabits shallow lakes, ponds, and temporary water bodies with specific water chemistry requirements. The species is typically found in nutrient-poor to moderately enriched waters with particular temperature and pH ranges that support its specialized feeding and reproductive needs.
Other threatened species in DIAPTOMIDAE
Threatened in India
Frequently asked questions
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