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Simpsonichthys cholopteryx

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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.

Simpsonichthys cholopteryx faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across Brazil's Cerrado savanna. The species' dependence on seasonal temporary pools makes it extremely vulnerable to hydrological changes caused by water extraction and altered precipitation patterns. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment and destroy the ephemeral wetland systems essential for this killifish's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This annual killifish inhabits temporary seasonal pools and shallow wetlands in the Brazilian Cerrado savanna. The species depends entirely on ephemeral water bodies that fill during rainy seasons and dry completely during drought periods.

Artificial - Aquatic & marine· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Simpsonichthys cholopteryx classified as Endangered?
Simpsonichthys cholopteryx is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Simpsonichthys cholopteryx faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across Brazil's Cerrado savanna. The species' dependence on seasonal temporary pools makes it extremely vulnerable to hydrological changes caused by water extraction and altered precipitation patterns. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment and destroy the ephemeral wetland systems essential for this killifish's survival.
Where does Simpsonichthys cholopteryx live?
Simpsonichthys cholopteryx 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 Simpsonichthys cholopteryx?
The main threats to Simpsonichthys cholopteryx 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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