CR

Rhamdia enfurnada

Unknown

Overview

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

Rhamdia enfurnada faces severe threats from groundwater contamination and cave system degradation in its highly restricted range. The species' dependence on pristine underground aquatic environments makes it extremely vulnerable to pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development in the surrounding watershed. Cave tourism and human disturbance further compromise the delicate ecosystem balance required for this endemic catfish's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic catfish inhabits underground cave systems and associated groundwater environments in limestone karst formations. The species requires pristine, oxygen-rich subterranean waters with stable temperatures and minimal human disturbance.

Caves and subterranean habitats· major

Conservation measures underway

Legislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Rhamdia enfurnada classified as Critically Endangered?
Rhamdia enfurnada 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. Rhamdia enfurnada faces severe threats from groundwater contamination and cave system degradation in its highly restricted range. The species' dependence on pristine underground aquatic environments makes it extremely vulnerable to pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development in the surrounding watershed. Cave tourism and human disturbance further compromise the delicate ecosystem balance required for this endemic catfish's survival.
Where does Rhamdia enfurnada live?
Rhamdia enfurnada occurs in Brazil. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Rhamdia enfurnada?
The main threats to Rhamdia enfurnada are 2.1, ai-1, ai-2, and ai-3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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