VU

Xerosecta contermina

Unknown

Overview

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

Xerosecta contermina faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural intensification and urban development across its Mediterranean range. The species' specialized requirements for calcareous substrates and specific vegetation communities make it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought frequency, which directly impacts the moisture-dependent lifecycle of this terrestrial gastropod.

Threat summary

Habitat

This terrestrial snail inhabits dry Mediterranean scrublands, rocky calcareous slopes, and sparse woodland edges with well-drained soils. It shows a strong preference for areas with scattered vegetation cover and limestone or chalk substrates that provide essential calcium for shell development.

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Xerosecta contermina classified as Vulnerable?
Xerosecta contermina 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. Xerosecta contermina faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural intensification and urban development across its Mediterranean range. The species' specialized requirements for calcareous substrates and specific vegetation communities make it particularly vulnerable to land-use changes. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought frequency, which directly impacts the moisture-dependent lifecycle of this terrestrial gastropod.
Where does Xerosecta contermina live?
Xerosecta contermina occurs in France, and Italy. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Xerosecta contermina?
The main threats to Xerosecta contermina 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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