Ossubtus xinguense
VU

Ossubtus xinguense

Declining

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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.

Ossubtus xinguense faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation within the Xingu River basin of Brazil. Dam construction and hydroelectric projects along the Xingu River system have altered water flow patterns and degraded critical aquatic habitats. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to reduce forest cover in the species' limited range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits freshwater environments within the Xingu River basin in the Brazilian Amazon. It is typically found in clear water streams and tributaries with sandy or rocky substrates surrounded by intact rainforest.

FRESHWATER· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ossubtus xinguense classified as Vulnerable?
Ossubtus xinguense 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. Ossubtus xinguense faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation within the Xingu River basin of Brazil. Dam construction and hydroelectric projects along the Xingu River system have altered water flow patterns and degraded critical aquatic habitats. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to reduce forest cover in the species' limited range.
Where does Ossubtus xinguense live?
Ossubtus xinguense occurs in Brazil. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Ossubtus xinguense?
The main threats to Ossubtus xinguense 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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