CR

Garra phillipsi

Declining

Overview

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

Garra phillipsi faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water pollution in its restricted range within the Western Ghats of India. Dam construction and water extraction for agriculture have significantly altered natural flow regimes in the streams where this endemic cyprinid occurs. Mining activities and agricultural runoff introduce sediments and chemicals that degrade water quality, while deforestation in the catchment areas increases erosion and reduces habitat stability.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic cyprinid inhabits clear, fast-flowing streams and rivers in the Western Ghats mountain range of southwestern India. It typically occurs in rocky substrates with good water flow and high dissolved oxygen levels characteristic of montane freshwater systems.

Rocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Garra phillipsi classified as Critically Endangered?
Garra phillipsi is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Garra phillipsi faces severe threats from habitat degradation and water pollution in its restricted range within the Western Ghats of India. Dam construction and water extraction for agriculture have significantly altered natural flow regimes in the streams where this endemic cyprinid occurs. Mining activities and agricultural runoff introduce sediments and chemicals that degrade water quality, while deforestation in the catchment areas increases erosion and reduces habitat stability.
Where does Garra phillipsi live?
Garra phillipsi occurs in India, and Sri Lanka. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Garra phillipsi?
The main threats to Garra phillipsi are 5.3, 9.3, ai-1, and ai-2. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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