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Cambeva igobi

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Overview

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

Cambeva igobi faces severe threats from deforestation and agricultural expansion within its restricted range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The species' dependence on pristine stream environments makes it particularly vulnerable to water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting the species' ability to recolonize degraded areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This small catfish inhabits clear, fast-flowing streams and tributaries within the Atlantic Forest biome of southeastern Brazil. It requires well-oxygenated waters with rocky substrates and dense riparian vegetation that provides shade and organic matter input.

Other threatened species in TRICHOMYCTERIDAE

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Cambeva tropeiro

Unknown
Trichomycterus venulosusCR

Trichomycterus venulosus

Unknown
VU

Ituglanis ramiroi

Unknown
CR

Listrura costai

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Cambeva igobi classified as Endangered?
Cambeva igobi is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Cambeva igobi faces severe threats from deforestation and agricultural expansion within its restricted range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The species' dependence on pristine stream environments makes it particularly vulnerable to water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting the species' ability to recolonize degraded areas.
Where does Cambeva igobi live?
Cambeva igobi 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 Cambeva igobi?
The main threats to Cambeva igobi 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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