Thermosphaeroma dugesi
Overview
Thermosphaeroma dugesi is a species of isopod in the family Sphaeromatidae. It is found in Mexico.
Thermosphaeroma dugesi faces severe threats from water extraction and diversion that reduces flow in its thermal spring habitat. Pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development degrades water quality in the limited spring systems where this isopod survives. The species' extremely restricted range makes it vulnerable to any localized disturbance or habitat modification.
Habitat
This aquatic isopod is endemic to thermal springs in central Mexico, specifically inhabiting warm spring waters with consistent temperatures and flow rates. The species requires clean, well-oxygenated thermal spring environments with specific temperature ranges that support its specialized physiology.
