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Overview
- Species Common Name
Pacific Walker
- Species Scientific Name
Pomatiopsis californica
Special needs
Pacific walkers are semi-aquatic snails that inhabit riparian areas. They are typically found among wet vegetation along freshwater sources.
Limiting factors
This coastal species has a very restricted distribution. Other limiting factors are poorly understood.
Data gaps
Determine habitat requirements. Identify limiting factors.
Conservation actions
Protect known sites of occurrence. Investigate habitat requirements and use these to guide management actions.
