VUVulnerable
Lates macrophthalmus
Stable
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major
Other threatened species in LATIDAE
Threatened in Congo - Kinshasa
Frequently asked questions
Why is Lates macrophthalmus classified as Vulnerable?
Lates macrophthalmus is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Lates macrophthalmus live?
Lates macrophthalmus occurs in Congo - Kinshasa, and Uganda. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Lates macrophthalmus?
The main threats to Lates macrophthalmus are 5.4, 9.3, and 9.3.4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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