VU

Datnioides undecimradiatus

Declining

Overview

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

Datnioides undecimradiatus faces severe pressure from overfishing for the aquarium trade, where its striking appearance makes it highly sought after by collectors. Dam construction across Southeast Asian river systems fragments populations and alters the flow regimes essential for spawning. Agricultural runoff and industrial pollution degrade water quality in its freshwater habitats, while sand mining operations destroy critical riverbed substrates.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits large freshwater river systems and their tributaries across Southeast Asia, preferring areas with moderate to strong currents and rocky or sandy substrates. It typically occurs in deeper sections of rivers where it can find adequate prey and shelter among submerged structures.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Datnioides undecimradiatus classified as Vulnerable?
Datnioides undecimradiatus 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. Datnioides undecimradiatus faces severe pressure from overfishing for the aquarium trade, where its striking appearance makes it highly sought after by collectors. Dam construction across Southeast Asian river systems fragments populations and alters the flow regimes essential for spawning. Agricultural runoff and industrial pollution degrade water quality in its freshwater habitats, while sand mining operations destroy critical riverbed substrates.
Where does Datnioides undecimradiatus live?
Datnioides undecimradiatus occurs in Cambodia, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Datnioides undecimradiatus?
The main threats to Datnioides undecimradiatus 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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