Straw Conch
VU

Straw Conch

Cochylimorpha straminea

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cochylimorpha_straminea

Overview

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

The Straw Conch faces severe pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along its limited range in the Caribbean. Shell collecting by tourists and commercial harvesters has significantly reduced population numbers, while coastal pollution and sedimentation from development activities degrade the shallow marine habitats essential for this species' survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

The Straw Conch inhabits shallow coastal waters, seagrass beds, and sandy bottoms in tropical Caribbean marine environments. This species typically occurs in depths of 1-10 meters where it feeds on algae and organic matter in warm, clear waters.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Straw Conch classified as Vulnerable?
Straw Conch 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. The Straw Conch faces severe pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along its limited range in the Caribbean. Shell collecting by tourists and commercial harvesters has significantly reduced population numbers, while coastal pollution and sedimentation from development activities degrade the shallow marine habitats essential for this species' survival.
Where does Straw Conch live?
Straw Conch occurs in Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Denmark, and France (plus 18 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Straw Conch?
The main threats to Straw Conch 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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