VU

Pommerhelix depressa

Unknown

Overview

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

Pommerhelix depressa faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited range in Central Europe. The species' specialized requirements for calcareous substrates and specific moisture conditions make it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes and climate-induced shifts in precipitation patterns. Collection pressure from malacologists and shell collectors has historically impacted local populations, though this threat has diminished in recent decades.

Threat summary

Habitat

This terrestrial gastropod inhabits calcareous grasslands, limestone outcrops, and rocky slopes with sparse vegetation in Central European regions. The species requires specific microhabitat conditions including adequate moisture retention and calcium-rich substrates for shell development.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pommerhelix depressa classified as Vulnerable?
Pommerhelix depressa 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. Pommerhelix depressa faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited range in Central Europe. The species' specialized requirements for calcareous substrates and specific moisture conditions make it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes and climate-induced shifts in precipitation patterns. Collection pressure from malacologists and shell collectors has historically impacted local populations, though this threat has diminished in recent decades.
Where does Pommerhelix depressa live?
Pommerhelix depressa 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 Pommerhelix depressa?
The main threats to Pommerhelix depressa 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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