ENEndangered
Cryptocoryne mekongensis
Declining
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major
Conservation measures underway
Species recovery
Other threatened species in ARACEAE
Threatened in Cambodia
Frequently asked questions
Why is Cryptocoryne mekongensis classified as Endangered?
Cryptocoryne mekongensis 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, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Cryptocoryne mekongensis live?
Cryptocoryne mekongensis occurs in Cambodia, Laos, and Thailand. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cryptocoryne mekongensis?
The main threats to Cryptocoryne mekongensis are 1.1, 2.3, 5.3, and 7.2. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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