VUVulnerable
Iberian Straight-Mouth Nase
Pseudochondrostoma polylepis
DecliningLCEULCEU
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· major
Conservation measures underway
Legislation
Other threatened species in LEUCISCIDAE
Threatened in Portugal
Frequently asked questions
Why is Iberian Straight-Mouth Nase classified as Vulnerable?
Iberian Straight-Mouth Nase 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, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Iberian Straight-Mouth Nase live?
Iberian Straight-Mouth Nase occurs in Portugal, and Spain. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Iberian Straight-Mouth Nase?
The main threats to Iberian Straight-Mouth Nase are 1.1, 11.1, 11.2, and 11.4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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