Neodiaptomus lymphatus
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Neodiaptomus lymphatus faces severe pressure from habitat degradation and water quality deterioration in its limited freshwater environments. Agricultural runoff and urban development have introduced pollutants and altered the chemical composition of the water bodies this copepod depends on. 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
Neodiaptomus lymphatus inhabits specific freshwater environments, typically found in lakes, ponds, and slow-moving water bodies with particular chemical and temperature requirements. This planktonic copepod requires clean, well-oxygenated water with specific nutrient levels to support its complex life cycle and feeding behavior.
Other threatened species in DIAPTOMIDAE
Threatened in Indonesia
Frequently asked questions
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