ENEndangered
Hoplomyzon cardosoi
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.
Habitat
Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent freshwater lakes· major
Conservation measures underway
Site/area protectionSpecies recoveryAwareness & communications
Other threatened species in ASPREDINIDAE
Threatened in Colombia
Frequently asked questions
Why is Hoplomyzon cardosoi classified as Endangered?
Hoplomyzon cardosoi 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 Hoplomyzon cardosoi live?
Hoplomyzon cardosoi occurs in Colombia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Hoplomyzon cardosoi?
The main threats to Hoplomyzon cardosoi are 1.1, 2.1, 5.3, and 5.4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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