ENEndangered
Giant Redfin
Pseudobarbus skeltoni
Declining
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· majorRocky areas· major
Conservation measures underway
Site/area protectionSpecies reintroduction
Other threatened species in CYPRINIDAE
Frequently asked questions
Why is Giant Redfin classified as Endangered?
Giant Redfin 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, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Giant Redfin live?
Giant Redfin 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 Giant Redfin?
The main threats to Giant Redfin are 2.1, 7.2, 8.1, and 9.3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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