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Speleophria bivexilla

Unknown

Overview

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

Speleophria bivexilla faces severe threats from cave disturbance and habitat degradation in its extremely limited range. The species' dependence on specific cave microenvironments makes it highly vulnerable to changes in humidity, temperature, and air flow patterns caused by human activities. Mining operations and unregulated cave tourism pose direct risks to the delicate subterranean ecosystems this species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits deep cave systems and underground chambers, requiring specific microclimate conditions including stable humidity and temperature levels. It is adapted to the perpetual darkness of subterranean environments and depends on the unique ecological conditions found in limestone cave formations.

MARINE· major

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Speleophria scottodicarloi

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Speleophria bivexilla classified as Critically Endangered?
Speleophria bivexilla is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Speleophria bivexilla faces severe threats from cave disturbance and habitat degradation in its extremely limited range. The species' dependence on specific cave microenvironments makes it highly vulnerable to changes in humidity, temperature, and air flow patterns caused by human activities. Mining operations and unregulated cave tourism pose direct risks to the delicate subterranean ecosystems this species requires for survival.
Where does Speleophria bivexilla live?
Speleophria bivexilla 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 Speleophria bivexilla?
The main threats to Speleophria bivexilla 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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