CR

Cyprinus qionghaiensis

Declining

Overview

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

Cyprinus qionghaiensis faces severe threats from habitat degradation in its restricted range around Qionghai Lake in Hainan Province, China. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development has significantly deteriorated water quality, while introduced species compete for resources and alter the lake ecosystem. Overfishing and collection for aquaculture have further reduced wild populations of this endemic carp.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic carp is restricted to Qionghai Lake and its tributaries in Hainan Province, China. It inhabits shallow, vegetated areas of the freshwater lake system, preferring areas with soft substrates and aquatic vegetation.

FRESHWATER· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cyprinus qionghaiensis classified as Critically Endangered?
Cyprinus qionghaiensis 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. Cyprinus qionghaiensis faces severe threats from habitat degradation in its restricted range around Qionghai Lake in Hainan Province, China. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development has significantly deteriorated water quality, while introduced species compete for resources and alter the lake ecosystem. Overfishing and collection for aquaculture have further reduced wild populations of this endemic carp.
Where does Cyprinus qionghaiensis live?
Cyprinus qionghaiensis 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 Cyprinus qionghaiensis?
The main threats to Cyprinus qionghaiensis are 5.4, 8.1, 9.3.4, and ai-1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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