Pommerhelix depressa
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.
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.