Bear Lake Springsnail
Pyrgulopsis pilsbryana
NatureServe conservation status
Global (G-rank): G3G4
State (S-rank): S2
Utah Wildlife Action Plan status
- SGCN
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Species range
Bear Lake springsnail occurs throughout the intermountain west, primarily in Utah, Nevada, and Idaho.
Habitat
This species inhabits freshwater springheads, seeps, and spring-fed streams with water temperatures ranging between 8-18 °C. Within spring complexes, springsnails can be found attached to the surface of rock substrates or the roots and stems of aquatic vegetation.
Ecology
Springsnails are considered ecosystem indicators where their absence or presence can provide information about an ecosystem's overall health and condition.
Threats or limiting factors
Threats to springsnails include: water development and management, pollution, improper grazing practices, habitat shifting and alteration, recreation, and increased temperatures.
Taxonomy
Pyrgulopsis taxonomy is complicated and constantly changing. Additional taxonomic work is needed to correctly define and delineate this group.