CR

Stenostomum pedicellare

Declining

Overview

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

Stenostomum pedicellare faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion within its extremely limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbance. Water pollution and sedimentation from nearby human activities pose additional risks to the aquatic microhabitats this microscopic organism requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This microscopic flatworm inhabits freshwater environments including small streams, ponds, and temporary water bodies with organic-rich sediments. The species requires clean, well-oxygenated water with abundant detritus and microorganisms that serve as its primary food source.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Stenostomum pedicellare classified as Critically Endangered?
Stenostomum pedicellare 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. Stenostomum pedicellare faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion within its extremely limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbance. Water pollution and sedimentation from nearby human activities pose additional risks to the aquatic microhabitats this microscopic organism requires for survival.
Where does Stenostomum pedicellare live?
Stenostomum pedicellare occurs in Cuba. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Stenostomum pedicellare?
The main threats to Stenostomum pedicellare 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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