CR

Coptodon gutturosa

Local name: 大咽非鲫

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Coptodon gutturosa faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water pollution in its limited freshwater range. Overfishing and introduction of invasive species have further reduced population numbers, while dam construction and water extraction have altered critical breeding habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This cichlid species inhabits freshwater lakes, rivers, and associated wetlands in tropical Africa, typically in shallow, vegetated areas with sandy or muddy substrates. It prefers areas with moderate water flow and abundant aquatic vegetation that provide shelter and feeding opportunities.

FRESHWATER· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is 大咽非鲫 classified as Critically Endangered?
大咽非鲫 is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Coptodon gutturosa faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water pollution in its limited freshwater range. Overfishing and introduction of invasive species have further reduced population numbers, while dam construction and water extraction have altered critical breeding habitats.
Where does 大咽非鲫 live?
大咽非鲫 occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to 大咽非鲫?
The main threats to 大咽非鲫 are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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