ENEndangered
Rheocles alaotrensis
Declining
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 freshwater lakes· major
Other threatened species in BEDOTIIDAE
Threatened in Madagascar
Frequently asked questions
Why is Rheocles alaotrensis classified as Endangered?
Rheocles alaotrensis 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 Rheocles alaotrensis live?
Rheocles alaotrensis occurs in Madagascar. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Rheocles alaotrensis?
The main threats to Rheocles alaotrensis are 5.3, and 8.1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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