Macrobrachium reyesi
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Macrobrachium reyesi faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water pollution in its limited freshwater range. Dam construction and water extraction for agriculture have altered natural flow regimes, while agricultural runoff introduces pesticides and fertilizers that degrade water quality. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities within its watershed.
Habitat
This freshwater prawn inhabits clean, well-oxygenated streams and rivers in tropical regions, typically preferring areas with rocky substrates and moderate to fast-flowing water. The species requires specific water chemistry conditions and is sensitive to pollution and habitat modifications.
Other threatened species in Palaemonidae
Threatened in Colombia
Frequently asked questions
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