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Paramelita barnardi

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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.

Paramelita barnardi faces severe threats from groundwater extraction and pollution in its limited subterranean habitat range. The species' dependence on specific hydrogeological conditions makes it extremely vulnerable to water table changes and contamination from agricultural and urban runoff. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region pose additional risks to the integrity of its cave and aquifer systems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This amphipod crustacean inhabits subterranean freshwater environments including caves, underground streams, and groundwater aquifers. It is endemic to specific hydrogeological systems with particular water chemistry and temperature requirements.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Paramelita barnardi classified as Endangered?
Paramelita barnardi is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Paramelita barnardi faces severe threats from groundwater extraction and pollution in its limited subterranean habitat range. The species' dependence on specific hydrogeological conditions makes it extremely vulnerable to water table changes and contamination from agricultural and urban runoff. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region pose additional risks to the integrity of its cave and aquifer systems.
Where does Paramelita barnardi live?
Paramelita barnardi occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Paramelita barnardi?
The main threats to Paramelita barnardi 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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