VU

Garra litanensis

Declining

Overview

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

Garra litanensis faces severe pressure from water extraction and dam construction along the Litani River system in Lebanon, which has dramatically reduced water flow and degraded its specialized riverine habitat. Agricultural runoff and urban pollution have further compromised water quality in its limited range, while the species' restriction to a single river basin makes it extremely vulnerable to any localized environmental changes or catastrophic events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic cyprinid inhabits fast-flowing, well-oxygenated sections of the Litani River and its tributaries in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley. The species requires rocky substrates and clear water conditions typical of upland Mediterranean river systems.

Rocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Garra litanensis classified as Vulnerable?
Garra litanensis 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. Garra litanensis faces severe pressure from water extraction and dam construction along the Litani River system in Lebanon, which has dramatically reduced water flow and degraded its specialized riverine habitat. Agricultural runoff and urban pollution have further compromised water quality in its limited range, while the species' restriction to a single river basin makes it extremely vulnerable to any localized environmental changes or catastrophic events.
Where does Garra litanensis live?
Garra litanensis occurs in India. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Garra litanensis?
The main threats to Garra litanensis 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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