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Hypsolebias flammeus

Declining

Overview

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

Hypsolebias flammeus faces severe threats from habitat destruction as its temporary pool habitats are drained for agricultural expansion and urban development in Brazil's Cerrado region. The species' dependence on seasonal rainfall patterns makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change-induced alterations in precipitation cycles. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and cattle ranching activities further degrades the quality of remaining breeding pools.

Threat summary

Habitat

This annual killifish inhabits temporary pools and shallow wetlands in the Brazilian Cerrado savanna that fill during the rainy season. The species requires ephemeral water bodies with specific hydroperiods that allow for complete life cycle completion before pools dry up.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hypsolebias flammeus classified as Endangered?
Hypsolebias flammeus 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. Hypsolebias flammeus faces severe threats from habitat destruction as its temporary pool habitats are drained for agricultural expansion and urban development in Brazil's Cerrado region. The species' dependence on seasonal rainfall patterns makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change-induced alterations in precipitation cycles. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and cattle ranching activities further degrades the quality of remaining breeding pools.
Where does Hypsolebias flammeus live?
Hypsolebias flammeus 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 Hypsolebias flammeus?
The main threats to Hypsolebias flammeus 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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