Anabarilius andersoni
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Anabarilius andersoni faces severe population decline primarily due to water pollution from agricultural runoff and industrial discharge in its native Chinese lake systems. Dam construction and water diversion projects have significantly altered natural water flow patterns, fragmenting remaining populations. Overfishing and the introduction of non-native fish species have further reduced breeding success and juvenile survival rates.
Habitat
This freshwater fish species inhabits shallow lakes and slow-flowing rivers in the Yangtze River basin of China. It prefers areas with abundant aquatic vegetation and soft sediment substrates where it can forage for small invertebrates and plant matter.
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Threatened in China
Frequently asked questions
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