ENEndangered
Imotski Chub
Squalius microlepis
DecliningENEUENEU
Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Squalius_microlepis
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· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent freshwater lakes· majorRocky areas· majorCaves and subterranean habitats· major
Conservation measures underway
Species managementLegislation
Other threatened species in LEUCISCIDAE
Threatened in Bosnia & Herzegovina
Frequently asked questions
Why is Imotski Chub classified as Endangered?
Imotski Chub 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, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Imotski Chub live?
Imotski Chub occurs in Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, and India. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Imotski Chub?
The main threats to Imotski Chub are 1.1, 11.1, 11.2, and 11.4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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