VU

Placostylus fibratus

Unknown

Overview

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

Placostylus fibratus faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as New Caledonia's native forests are cleared for mining operations and agricultural development. Introduced predators, particularly rats and the carnivorous snail Euglandina rosea, pose significant threats to remaining populations. The species' restricted range on ultramafic soils makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change may alter the moisture regimes essential for this terrestrial gastropod's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic New Caledonian land snail inhabits humid native forests on ultramafic soils, particularly in areas with dense understory vegetation that provides the moist microhabitats essential for its survival. The species is typically found in leaf litter and on low vegetation in primary and secondary forest environments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Placostylus fibratus classified as Vulnerable?
Placostylus fibratus 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 fibratus faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as New Caledonia's native forests are cleared for mining operations and agricultural development. Introduced predators, particularly rats and the carnivorous snail Euglandina rosea, pose significant threats to remaining populations. The species' restricted range on ultramafic soils makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change may alter the moisture regimes essential for this terrestrial gastropod's survival.
Where does Placostylus fibratus live?
Placostylus fibratus 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 fibratus?
The main threats to Placostylus fibratus 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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