VUVulnerable

Ophthalmolebias rosaceus

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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.

Ophthalmolebias rosaceus faces severe threats from habitat destruction as temporary pools and wetlands in its Brazilian Cerrado range are converted for agriculture and urban development. The species' dependence on seasonal water bodies makes it particularly vulnerable to altered precipitation patterns and extended drought periods that can eliminate breeding sites. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and cattle ranching activities further degrades the quality of remaining aquatic habitats essential for this annual killifish's survival.
Threat summary

Habitat

This annual killifish inhabits temporary pools, seasonal wetlands, and ephemeral water bodies in the Brazilian Cerrado savanna. The species requires shallow, vegetated pools that fill during rainy seasons and dry completely during drought periods, completing its entire life cycle within these temporary aquatic environments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ophthalmolebias rosaceus classified as Vulnerable?

Ophthalmolebias rosaceus 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. Ophthalmolebias rosaceus faces severe threats from habitat destruction as temporary pools and wetlands in its Brazilian Cerrado range are converted for agriculture and urban development. The species' dependence on seasonal water bodies makes it particularly vulnerable to altered precipitation patterns and extended drought periods that can eliminate breeding sites. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and cattle ranching activities further degrades the quality of remaining aquatic habitats essential for this annual killifish's survival.

Where does Ophthalmolebias rosaceus live?

Ophthalmolebias rosaceus occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.

What are the main threats to Ophthalmolebias rosaceus?

The main threats to Ophthalmolebias rosaceus 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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