VUVulnerable
Leon Springs Pupfish
Cyprinodon bovinus
Stable
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· major
Conservation measures underway
Species managementSpecies recovery
Other threatened species in CYPRINODONTIDAE
Threatened in United States
Frequently asked questions
Why is Leon Springs Pupfish classified as Vulnerable?
Leon Springs Pupfish is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Leon Springs Pupfish live?
Leon Springs Pupfish occurs in United States. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Leon Springs Pupfish?
The main threats to Leon Springs Pupfish are 5.3, 8.1, and 8.3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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