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Trochidrobia inflata

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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.

Trochidrobia inflata faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water quality deterioration in its limited freshwater spring environments. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances such as groundwater extraction, pollution from agricultural runoff, and infrastructure development near spring systems. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate hydrological balance of its spring habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater gastropod is endemic to specific spring systems and associated shallow groundwater habitats. It requires clean, well-oxygenated water with stable temperatures and specific mineral compositions typical of natural spring environments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Trochidrobia inflata classified as Endangered?
Trochidrobia inflata is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Trochidrobia inflata faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water quality deterioration in its limited freshwater spring environments. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances such as groundwater extraction, pollution from agricultural runoff, and infrastructure development near spring systems. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate hydrological balance of its spring habitats.
Where does Trochidrobia inflata live?
Trochidrobia inflata 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 Trochidrobia inflata?
The main threats to Trochidrobia inflata 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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