VUVulnerable
Wanoma Rainbowfish
Melanotaenia wanoma
Stable
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Forest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· majorCaves and subterranean habitats· major
Conservation measures underway
Species recovery
Other threatened species in MELANOTAENIIDAE
Threatened in Indonesia
Frequently asked questions
Why is Wanoma Rainbowfish classified as Vulnerable?
Wanoma Rainbowfish 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 Wanoma Rainbowfish live?
Wanoma Rainbowfish occurs in Indonesia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Wanoma Rainbowfish?
The main threats to Wanoma Rainbowfish are 11.1, 11.2, and 5.3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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