VU

Pilula praetumida

Unknown

Overview

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

Pilula praetumida faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, while its restricted distribution increases extinction risk from localized threats. Collection pressure for the shell trade has also contributed to population declines in accessible areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This terrestrial gastropod inhabits limestone karst formations and rocky outcrops in tropical and subtropical regions. It typically occurs in areas with specific soil chemistry and moisture conditions, often associated with native vegetation on calcareous substrates.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pilula praetumida classified as Vulnerable?
Pilula praetumida is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Pilula praetumida faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, while its restricted distribution increases extinction risk from localized threats. Collection pressure for the shell trade has also contributed to population declines in accessible areas.
Where does Pilula praetumida live?
Pilula praetumida 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 Pilula praetumida?
The main threats to Pilula praetumida 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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