VU

Cocos Brotula

Ogilbia cocoensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Ogilbia cocoensis faces severe threats from its extremely restricted range limited to Cocos Island, making it vulnerable to any localized disturbances. The species is particularly susceptible to marine pollution, coastal development impacts, and potential climate change effects on ocean temperatures and chemistry. Its small population size and limited dispersal ability mean that any environmental changes could have disproportionate impacts on the entire species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic fish species inhabits the marine waters surrounding Cocos Island in the eastern Pacific Ocean. It is typically found in shallow coastal waters and reef environments around this isolated oceanic island.

MARINE· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cocos Brotula classified as Vulnerable?
Cocos Brotula 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. Ogilbia cocoensis faces severe threats from its extremely restricted range limited to Cocos Island, making it vulnerable to any localized disturbances. The species is particularly susceptible to marine pollution, coastal development impacts, and potential climate change effects on ocean temperatures and chemistry. Its small population size and limited dispersal ability mean that any environmental changes could have disproportionate impacts on the entire species.
Where does Cocos Brotula live?
Cocos Brotula occurs in Cocos (Keeling) Islands, and Costa Rica. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cocos Brotula?
The main threats to Cocos Brotula 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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