VU

Caridina breviata

Stable

Overview

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

Caridina breviata faces severe pressure from habitat degradation in its limited freshwater range. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development threatens the pristine stream conditions this endemic shrimp requires. Dam construction and water extraction for irrigation further fragment and degrade its specialized habitat, while invasive species introduction poses additional competitive pressure.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater shrimp inhabits clean, well-oxygenated streams and rivers with rocky substrates in tropical and subtropical regions. It requires pristine water conditions with specific temperature and pH ranges, typically found in undisturbed watershed areas.

Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· majorRocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Caridina breviata classified as Vulnerable?
Caridina breviata 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. Caridina breviata faces severe pressure from habitat degradation in its limited freshwater range. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development threatens the pristine stream conditions this endemic shrimp requires. Dam construction and water extraction for irrigation further fragment and degrade its specialized habitat, while invasive species introduction poses additional competitive pressure.
Where does Caridina breviata live?
Caridina breviata 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 Caridina breviata?
The main threats to Caridina breviata 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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