VUVulnerable

Lepidonectes corallicola

Local name: Galápagos Triplefin Blenny

Unknown

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Overview

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

The Galapagos Triplefin Blenny faces mounting pressure from marine pollution and coastal development around the Galapagos Islands, which degrades the coral reef habitats essential for its survival. Climate change poses an additional threat through ocean warming and acidification, which can cause coral bleaching and reduce the structural complexity of reefs that this species depends on for shelter and feeding. Invasive marine species and increased tourism-related boat traffic further stress the fragile reef ecosystems where this endemic blenny resides.
Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits shallow coral reefs and rocky coastal areas throughout the Galapagos archipelago, typically found at depths of 1-15 meters. It prefers areas with high coral cover and complex reef structure that provide abundant crevices and small caves for shelter and foraging.

MARINE· major

Threatened in Colombia

Helena's Marsupial Frog

Gastrotheca helenae

Stable

Frequently asked questions

Why is Galápagos Triplefin Blenny classified as Vulnerable?

Galápagos Triplefin Blenny 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. The Galapagos Triplefin Blenny faces mounting pressure from marine pollution and coastal development around the Galapagos Islands, which degrades the coral reef habitats essential for its survival. Climate change poses an additional threat through ocean warming and acidification, which can cause coral bleaching and reduce the structural complexity of reefs that this species depends on for shelter and feeding. Invasive marine species and increased tourism-related boat traffic further stress the fragile reef ecosystems where this endemic blenny resides.

Where does Galápagos Triplefin Blenny live?

Galápagos Triplefin Blenny occurs in Colombia, and Ecuador. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.

What are the main threats to Galápagos Triplefin Blenny?

The main threats to Galápagos Triplefin Blenny 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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