VU

Pyrgulopsis texana

Unknown

Overview

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

Pyrgulopsis texana faces severe threats from groundwater depletion and contamination in its limited Texas range. Urban development and agricultural activities have altered natural water flow patterns, while pollution from agricultural runoff and urban sources degrades water quality in the springs this species depends upon. Climate change exacerbates these pressures by reducing aquifer recharge rates and increasing water demand in the region.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater gastropod is endemic to spring systems and associated aquatic habitats in Texas. It inhabits clear, cool spring waters with stable temperatures and specific water chemistry conditions typical of limestone aquifer discharge zones.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pyrgulopsis texana classified as Vulnerable?
Pyrgulopsis texana 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 texana faces severe threats from groundwater depletion and contamination in its limited Texas range. Urban development and agricultural activities have altered natural water flow patterns, while pollution from agricultural runoff and urban sources degrades water quality in the springs this species depends upon. Climate change exacerbates these pressures by reducing aquifer recharge rates and increasing water demand in the region.
Where does Pyrgulopsis texana live?
Pyrgulopsis texana 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 texana?
The main threats to Pyrgulopsis texana 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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