VU

Sternarchorhynchus severii

Unknown

Overview

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

Sternarchorhynchus severii faces primary threats from habitat degradation due to deforestation and agricultural expansion in the Amazon Basin. Water pollution from mining activities and urban runoff poses additional risks to this freshwater species. Dam construction and river modification projects further fragment its aquatic habitat, while overfishing in some regions may impact local populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This electric fish inhabits slow-moving freshwater rivers and tributaries throughout the Amazon Basin, preferring areas with soft substrates and abundant vegetation. It typically occurs in shallow waters with moderate current flow and high dissolved oxygen levels.

FRESHWATER· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sternarchorhynchus severii classified as Vulnerable?
Sternarchorhynchus severii 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. Sternarchorhynchus severii faces primary threats from habitat degradation due to deforestation and agricultural expansion in the Amazon Basin. Water pollution from mining activities and urban runoff poses additional risks to this freshwater species. Dam construction and river modification projects further fragment its aquatic habitat, while overfishing in some regions may impact local populations.
Where does Sternarchorhynchus severii live?
Sternarchorhynchus severii 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 Sternarchorhynchus severii?
The main threats to Sternarchorhynchus severii 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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