CR

Paraschistura chrysicristinae

Unknown

Overview

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

Paraschistura chrysicristinae faces severe threats from habitat degradation in its restricted range within the Tigris River basin. Water extraction for agricultural and municipal use has significantly reduced water levels and altered flow patterns in the streams where this endemic loach occurs. Pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development further degrades water quality, while dam construction fragments remaining habitat and disrupts natural hydrological cycles essential for the species' survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic loach inhabits clear, fast-flowing streams and tributaries within the Tigris River system in the Middle East. It requires well-oxygenated waters with rocky or gravelly substrates, typically found in upland areas with stable water temperatures and minimal human disturbance.

FRESHWATER· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Paraschistura chrysicristinae classified as Critically Endangered?
Paraschistura chrysicristinae is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Paraschistura chrysicristinae faces severe threats from habitat degradation in its restricted range within the Tigris River basin. Water extraction for agricultural and municipal use has significantly reduced water levels and altered flow patterns in the streams where this endemic loach occurs. Pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development further degrades water quality, while dam construction fragments remaining habitat and disrupts natural hydrological cycles essential for the species' survival.
Where does Paraschistura chrysicristinae live?
Paraschistura chrysicristinae occurs in Türkiye. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Paraschistura chrysicristinae?
The main threats to Paraschistura chrysicristinae 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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