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Centromochlus meridionalis

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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.

Centromochlus meridionalis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Dam construction and water diversions for hydroelectric projects fragment river systems and alter the flowing water conditions this catfish requires for reproduction. Mining activities, particularly gold extraction, introduce heavy metals and sediments that degrade water quality in the clear streams where this species feeds.

Threat summary

Habitat

This small catfish inhabits clear, fast-flowing streams and tributaries in the Amazon Basin, typically found in areas with rocky substrates and overhanging vegetation. It prefers well-oxygenated waters with moderate current flow in forested watersheds.

Other threatened species in AUCHENIPTERIDAE

CR

Pseudepapterus gracilis

Unknown
VU

Tatia meesi

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Centromochlus meridionalis classified as Endangered?
Centromochlus meridionalis 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. Centromochlus meridionalis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Dam construction and water diversions for hydroelectric projects fragment river systems and alter the flowing water conditions this catfish requires for reproduction. Mining activities, particularly gold extraction, introduce heavy metals and sediments that degrade water quality in the clear streams where this species feeds.
Where does Centromochlus meridionalis live?
Centromochlus meridionalis 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 Centromochlus meridionalis?
The main threats to Centromochlus meridionalis 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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