VUVulnerable
Xiphophorus signum
Unknown
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Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Forest· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major
Conservation measures underway
Resource & habitat protectionSpecies recoveryEx-situ conservation
Other threatened species in POECILIIDAE
Threatened in Guatemala
Frequently asked questions
Why is Xiphophorus signum classified as Vulnerable?
Xiphophorus signum 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 Xiphophorus signum live?
Xiphophorus signum occurs in Guatemala. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Xiphophorus signum?
The main threats to Xiphophorus signum are 2.1, 5.3, 7.2, and 9.3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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