VU

Radiodiscus compactus

Unknown

Overview

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

Radiodiscus compactus faces severe habitat degradation from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the southeastern United States. The species' dependence on specific microhabitat conditions in leaf litter and decaying organic matter makes it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation and changes in moisture regimes. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the humid conditions essential for this terrestrial gastropod's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This small terrestrial snail inhabits moist deciduous and mixed forests, typically found in leaf litter, under logs, and among decaying organic matter on forest floors. The species requires consistently humid microhabitats with stable moisture levels and prefers areas with rich humus and minimal disturbance.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Radiodiscus compactus classified as Vulnerable?
Radiodiscus compactus 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. Radiodiscus compactus faces severe habitat degradation from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the southeastern United States. The species' dependence on specific microhabitat conditions in leaf litter and decaying organic matter makes it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation and changes in moisture regimes. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the humid conditions essential for this terrestrial gastropod's survival.
Where does Radiodiscus compactus live?
Radiodiscus compactus 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 Radiodiscus compactus?
The main threats to Radiodiscus compactus 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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