CRCritically Endangered
Palaemonetes cummingi
Unknown
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Palaemonetes cummingi faces severe threats from habitat destruction and water quality degradation in its limited freshwater range. Urban development and agricultural runoff have significantly reduced suitable habitat, while pollution from industrial activities continues to degrade remaining water bodies. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes.
Habitat
This freshwater shrimp inhabits shallow, slow-moving streams and springs with sandy or muddy substrates. It requires clean, well-oxygenated water with stable temperatures and minimal pollution levels.
Caves and subterranean habitats· major
