VU

Rhodacmea elatior

Unknown

Overview

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

Rhodacmea elatior faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its freshwater environments, particularly from agricultural runoff and water pollution that affects the quality of its aquatic ecosystem. The species' limited distribution makes it especially vulnerable to localized environmental changes, while sedimentation from land-use changes threatens the substrate conditions essential for this freshwater limpet's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater limpet inhabits clean, well-oxygenated streams and rivers with rocky or hard substrates. The species requires stable water conditions and is typically found in areas with moderate to fast water flow where it can attach to stones and feed on algae and organic matter.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Rhodacmea elatior classified as Vulnerable?
Rhodacmea elatior 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. Rhodacmea elatior faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its freshwater environments, particularly from agricultural runoff and water pollution that affects the quality of its aquatic ecosystem. The species' limited distribution makes it especially vulnerable to localized environmental changes, while sedimentation from land-use changes threatens the substrate conditions essential for this freshwater limpet's survival.
Where does Rhodacmea elatior live?
Rhodacmea elatior 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 Rhodacmea elatior?
The main threats to Rhodacmea elatior 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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