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Paladilhiopsis janinensis

UnknownCREUCREU

Overview

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

Paladilhiopsis janinensis faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water pollution in its restricted freshwater spring systems. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it highly vulnerable to local environmental changes, including agricultural runoff and urban development pressures. Water extraction and modification of spring habitats pose additional risks to the remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater gastropod is endemic to specific spring systems and associated freshwater habitats in the Balkans. It requires clean, well-oxygenated spring waters with stable temperatures and specific mineral compositions.

Wetlands (inland) - Permanent freshwater lakes· majorCaves and subterranean habitats· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Paladilhiopsis janinensis classified as Critically Endangered?
Paladilhiopsis janinensis 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. Paladilhiopsis janinensis faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water pollution in its restricted freshwater spring systems. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it highly vulnerable to local environmental changes, including agricultural runoff and urban development pressures. Water extraction and modification of spring habitats pose additional risks to the remaining populations.
Where does Paladilhiopsis janinensis live?
Paladilhiopsis janinensis occurs in Greece. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Paladilhiopsis janinensis?
The main threats to Paladilhiopsis janinensis 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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