VU

Kimberleyeleotris hutchinsi

Unknown

Overview

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

Kimberleyeleotris hutchinsi faces significant threats from habitat degradation due to cattle trampling and grazing pressure around freshwater pools in the Kimberley region. Water extraction for mining and agricultural activities poses additional risks by reducing water levels in the shallow pools this species depends upon. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and potential pollution from nearby mining operations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic goby inhabits shallow freshwater pools and slow-flowing streams in the remote Kimberley region of northwestern Australia. The species is restricted to specific rocky pool systems with clear water and sandy or rocky substrates.

Rocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Kimberleyeleotris hutchinsi classified as Vulnerable?
Kimberleyeleotris hutchinsi 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. Kimberleyeleotris hutchinsi faces significant threats from habitat degradation due to cattle trampling and grazing pressure around freshwater pools in the Kimberley region. Water extraction for mining and agricultural activities poses additional risks by reducing water levels in the shallow pools this species depends upon. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and potential pollution from nearby mining operations.
Where does Kimberleyeleotris hutchinsi live?
Kimberleyeleotris hutchinsi occurs in Australia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Kimberleyeleotris hutchinsi?
The main threats to Kimberleyeleotris hutchinsi 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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