Neolissochilus bovanicus
CR

Neolissochilus bovanicus

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barbodes_bovanicus

Overview

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

Neolissochilus bovanicus faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and water pollution in its limited river systems. Dam construction and water extraction for irrigation have significantly altered natural flow regimes, while sedimentation from deforestation upstream has degraded spawning grounds. Overfishing pressure in accessible river sections has further reduced already fragmented populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater fish inhabits clear, fast-flowing rivers and streams in mountainous regions of Southeast Asia. It typically occurs in well-oxygenated waters with rocky substrates and requires pristine water quality for successful reproduction.

Wetlands (inland)· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Neolissochilus bovanicus classified as Critically Endangered?
Neolissochilus bovanicus 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. Neolissochilus bovanicus faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and water pollution in its limited river systems. Dam construction and water extraction for irrigation have significantly altered natural flow regimes, while sedimentation from deforestation upstream has degraded spawning grounds. Overfishing pressure in accessible river sections has further reduced already fragmented populations.
Where does Neolissochilus bovanicus live?
Neolissochilus bovanicus 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 Neolissochilus bovanicus?
The main threats to Neolissochilus bovanicus 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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