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Listrura camposae

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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.

Listrura camposae faces severe threats from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Dam construction and water pollution from agricultural runoff have degraded the clear, fast-flowing streams this catfish requires for survival. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, with remaining populations increasingly isolated in small forest patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This small catfish inhabits clear, fast-flowing streams and tributaries within the Atlantic Forest biome of southeastern Brazil. It requires well-oxygenated waters with rocky or sandy substrates, typically found in forested headwater streams at elevations between 400-800 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Listrura camposae classified as Endangered?
Listrura camposae 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. Listrura camposae faces severe threats from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Dam construction and water pollution from agricultural runoff have degraded the clear, fast-flowing streams this catfish requires for survival. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, with remaining populations increasingly isolated in small forest patches.
Where does Listrura camposae live?
Listrura camposae 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 Listrura camposae?
The main threats to Listrura camposae 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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