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Glyptophysa fulgata
Glyptophysa fulgata is an endangered species of freshwater snail in the family Planorbidae. It is found exclusively in the Panai Lakes in Western New Guinea, Indonesia. This species may be eaten by invasive fish and crustaceans within its habitat, contributing to its decline.
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Range & habitat
Glyptophysa fulgata has only been recorded from all three of the Paniai Lakes in Western New Guinea, Indonesia. Combined, the lakes make up an area of about 390 km2 (150 mi2), of which about 336 km2 (130 mi2) is used by the snails. Several invasive species that may predate upon G. fulgata are present in the lakes, including two species of tilapia, the common carp, and the crayfish Cherax. This is the major reason given by the IUCN for its classification as an endangered species. Further threats may include wastewater and other pollution from nearby houses and farms, but this is not considered significant. There are no plans to conserve the species as of 2026.
Wikipedia: “Distribution and habitat”
Where it lives
Recorded sightings
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This page is assembled live from iNaturalist, GBIF, Wikipedia, the Source Library and the Internet Archive. It is not yet part of the hand-edited codex. iNaturalist taxon 1706180.