VU

Placostylus ambagiosus

Unknown

Overview

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

Placostylus ambagiosus faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as New Caledonia's native forests are cleared for mining operations and agricultural development. The species is particularly vulnerable to introduced predators including rats and the carnivorous snail Euglandina rosea, which actively hunts native land snails. Fire regimes altered by human activity have degraded the moist forest understory conditions essential for this species' survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic New Caledonian land snail inhabits humid rainforest understory and forest margins, requiring moist leaf litter and decaying vegetation for feeding and shelter. The species is typically found in areas with dense canopy cover that maintains the cool, humid microclimate conditions essential for its survival.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Placostylus ambagiosus classified as Vulnerable?
Placostylus ambagiosus 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. Placostylus ambagiosus faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as New Caledonia's native forests are cleared for mining operations and agricultural development. The species is particularly vulnerable to introduced predators including rats and the carnivorous snail Euglandina rosea, which actively hunts native land snails. Fire regimes altered by human activity have degraded the moist forest understory conditions essential for this species' survival.
Where does Placostylus ambagiosus live?
Placostylus ambagiosus 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 Placostylus ambagiosus?
The main threats to Placostylus ambagiosus 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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