VU

Cuban Longfin Herring

Neoopisthopterus cubanus

Unknown

Overview

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

Neoopisthopterus cubanus faces significant pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along Cuba's shorelines, which destroys critical spawning and nursery habitats. Overfishing and bycatch in commercial fisheries targeting other species pose additional threats to population stability. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development degrades the marine ecosystems this species depends upon for feeding and reproduction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This marine fish species inhabits nearshore waters around Cuba, typically found in coastal areas with sandy or rocky substrates. It prefers shallow marine environments where it can access both feeding grounds and suitable spawning sites.

MARINE· major

Threatened in Cuba

VU

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EN

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Unknown
VU

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cuban Longfin Herring classified as Vulnerable?
Cuban Longfin Herring 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. Neoopisthopterus cubanus faces significant pressure from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along Cuba's shorelines, which destroys critical spawning and nursery habitats. Overfishing and bycatch in commercial fisheries targeting other species pose additional threats to population stability. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development degrades the marine ecosystems this species depends upon for feeding and reproduction.
Where does Cuban Longfin Herring live?
Cuban Longfin Herring occurs in Cuba, and Mexico. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cuban Longfin Herring?
The main threats to Cuban Longfin Herring 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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