Scientific Name : Ceylonthelphusa alpina
Species Authority : Bahir & Ng, 2005 |
Range Description: Sri Lanka: endemic to Sri Lanka. This species was only found from three closely-spaced localities. Gannaruwa Forest, Peradeniya and Hantane Forest in the Kandy District of Sri Lanka. Presently it is assumed that the range of this species is 10 km². Extent of occurrence and area of occupancy both <10 km².
Habitat and Ecology: Occurs in freshwater aquatic habitats in the wet zone area of Sri Lanka. This species was found in wet soil (<5 cm deep), under rocks on stream margins, and on moist soil adjacent to streams. The streams were mostly slow-flowing and in heavy shade. It is found in montane habitat. |