CR

Pseudogibbula cara

Unknown

Overview

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

Pseudogibbula cara faces severe threats from coastal development and habitat degradation in its extremely limited range. The species' restriction to specific rocky intertidal zones makes it particularly vulnerable to sea-level rise and increased storm intensity associated with climate change. Collection pressure for the shell trade and trampling by tourists in accessible coastal areas further compound population decline risks.

Threat summary

Habitat

This marine gastropod inhabits rocky intertidal zones and shallow subtidal areas along specific coastal regions. It requires clean, well-oxygenated waters with suitable hard substrates for attachment and feeding on algae and biofilms.

Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pseudogibbula cara classified as Critically Endangered?
Pseudogibbula cara is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Pseudogibbula cara faces severe threats from coastal development and habitat degradation in its extremely limited range. The species' restriction to specific rocky intertidal zones makes it particularly vulnerable to sea-level rise and increased storm intensity associated with climate change. Collection pressure for the shell trade and trampling by tourists in accessible coastal areas further compound population decline risks.
Where does Pseudogibbula cara live?
Pseudogibbula cara occurs in Congo - Kinshasa. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Pseudogibbula cara?
The main threats to Pseudogibbula cara 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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