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IUCN Red List downgrades deep-sea molluscs by Q4 2026

Resolves: IUCN Red List update published by 2026-12-31 classifies ≥66% of deep-sea vent mollusc species as Endangered or Critically Endangered, explicitly citing deep-sea mining as a primary threat.

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IUCN Red List downgrades deep-sea molluscs by Q4 2026

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By December 31, 2026, the IUCN will officially list at least two-thirds of deep-sea hydrothermal vent molluscs (snails, limpets, clams) as Endangered or Critically Endangered due to deep-sea mining pressures. This reflects ongoing damage documented in 2026 assessments.

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Implied probability (Yes)
78%
Closes
2026-12-31

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IUCN Red List update published by 2026-12-31 classifies ≥66% of deep-sea vent mollusc species as Endangered or Critically Endangered, explicitly citing deep-sea mining as a primary threat.

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