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Rhysoconcha atanuiensis

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Overview

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

Rhysoconcha atanuiensis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range on Atanui Island. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human activities that alter its specialized habitat requirements. Invasive plant species and coastal development pose ongoing threats to the remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits coastal and near-coastal environments on Atanui Island, typically found in native vegetation communities and forest margins. It appears to require specific microhabitat conditions that are sensitive to disturbance and environmental changes.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Rhysoconcha atanuiensis classified as Vulnerable?
Rhysoconcha atanuiensis 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. Rhysoconcha atanuiensis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range on Atanui Island. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human activities that alter its specialized habitat requirements. Invasive plant species and coastal development pose ongoing threats to the remaining populations.
Where does Rhysoconcha atanuiensis live?
Rhysoconcha atanuiensis 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 Rhysoconcha atanuiensis?
The main threats to Rhysoconcha atanuiensis 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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