VU

Austrofundulus guajira

Unknown

Overview

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

Austrofundulus guajira faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as temporary pools and wetlands in the Guajira Peninsula are drained for agricultural development and urban expansion. The species' specialized breeding requirements make it particularly vulnerable to hydrological changes caused by water extraction and climate-induced drought patterns. Pollution from agricultural runoff and mining activities further degrades the ephemeral aquatic habitats essential for this killifish's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This killifish inhabits temporary pools, seasonal wetlands, and ephemeral water bodies in the arid and semi-arid regions of the Guajira Peninsula. The species has adapted to survive in shallow, often isolated pools that may dry completely during extended dry periods.

FRESHWATER· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Austrofundulus guajira classified as Vulnerable?
Austrofundulus guajira 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. Austrofundulus guajira faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as temporary pools and wetlands in the Guajira Peninsula are drained for agricultural development and urban expansion. The species' specialized breeding requirements make it particularly vulnerable to hydrological changes caused by water extraction and climate-induced drought patterns. Pollution from agricultural runoff and mining activities further degrades the ephemeral aquatic habitats essential for this killifish's survival.
Where does Austrofundulus guajira live?
Austrofundulus guajira occurs in Colombia, and Venezuela. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Austrofundulus guajira?
The main threats to Austrofundulus guajira 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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