ENEndangered
Galaxias fuscus
DecliningENAU
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Wetlands (inland)· majorRocky areas· major
Conservation measures underway
Species managementSpecies recoveryEx-situ conservation
Other threatened species in GALAXIIDAE
Frequently asked questions
Why is Galaxias fuscus classified as Endangered?
Galaxias fuscus 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 Galaxias fuscus live?
Galaxias fuscus occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Galaxias fuscus?
The main threats to Galaxias fuscus are 11.2, 12.1, 5.3, and 5.4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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