VU

Protocobitis anteroventris

Stable

Overview

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

Protocobitis anteroventris faces severe pressure from dam construction and water diversions that fragment its river habitat and alter natural flow regimes. Agricultural runoff and urban pollution degrade water quality in its limited range, while sand mining operations directly destroy critical spawning substrates. Climate change compounds these threats by altering seasonal flooding patterns essential for the species' reproductive cycle.

Threat summary

Habitat

This freshwater fish inhabits clear, fast-flowing streams and rivers with rocky or sandy substrates in mountainous regions. It prefers well-oxygenated waters with moderate to strong currents and requires clean gravel beds for spawning.

Caves and subterranean habitats· major

Conservation measures underway

Resource & habitat protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Protocobitis anteroventris classified as Vulnerable?
Protocobitis anteroventris 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. Protocobitis anteroventris faces severe pressure from dam construction and water diversions that fragment its river habitat and alter natural flow regimes. Agricultural runoff and urban pollution degrade water quality in its limited range, while sand mining operations directly destroy critical spawning substrates. Climate change compounds these threats by altering seasonal flooding patterns essential for the species' reproductive cycle.
Where does Protocobitis anteroventris live?
Protocobitis anteroventris occurs in China. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Protocobitis anteroventris?
The main threats to Protocobitis anteroventris 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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