VU

Pyrgulopsis giuliani

Unknown

Overview

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

Pyrgulopsis giuliani faces severe threats from groundwater depletion and habitat modification in its limited spring systems. Agricultural water extraction and urban development in the surrounding watershed have reduced spring flow rates, while introduced species and water quality degradation from agricultural runoff further compromise its specialized aquatic habitat. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to any changes in local hydrology.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater gastropod is endemic to specific spring systems and associated wetlands in desert regions of the southwestern United States. It requires constant water flow, stable temperatures, and specific water chemistry conditions found only in natural spring environments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pyrgulopsis giuliani classified as Vulnerable?
Pyrgulopsis giuliani 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. Pyrgulopsis giuliani faces severe threats from groundwater depletion and habitat modification in its limited spring systems. Agricultural water extraction and urban development in the surrounding watershed have reduced spring flow rates, while introduced species and water quality degradation from agricultural runoff further compromise its specialized aquatic habitat. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to any changes in local hydrology.
Where does Pyrgulopsis giuliani live?
Pyrgulopsis giuliani 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 Pyrgulopsis giuliani?
The main threats to Pyrgulopsis giuliani 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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