Problem
Threatened species of Galemys pyrenaicus
Other Names:
Threatened species of Pyrenean desman Nature:
Galemys pyrenaicus has declined because it is bound to a very vulnerable habitat in a restricted area. It is mostly threatened by water pollution and the construction of hydro electric plants which fragment the habitat. It has suffered from direct human persecution, through over-zealous collecting and from fishermen who perceive it as a threat to their stocks, especially trout. There is also concern regarding the accidental introduction of American mink Mustela vison in northern Iberia.
Incidence:
Estimates of population numbers of Galemys pyrenaicus are difficult due to the secretive nature of the species.
Galemys pyrenaicus is considered as "Vulnerable" by the IUCN.
Broader Problems:
Threatened species of Talpidae Organizations:
IUCN/SSC Insectivore Specialist Group Subject(s):
Societal Problems → Endangered speciesRelated UN Sustainable Development Goals:
Problem Type:
E: Emanations of other problems Date of last update
24.09.2020 – 00:52 CEST