VU

Sinocyclocheilus bicornutus

Stable

Overview

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

Sinocyclocheilus bicornutus faces severe pressure from groundwater extraction and cave system disruption in its karst limestone habitat. Agricultural intensification and urban development in the surrounding watershed threaten water quality through chemical runoff and sedimentation. The species' extremely restricted range in underground cave systems makes it particularly vulnerable to hydrological changes and habitat degradation.

Threat summary

Habitat

This cave-dwelling fish inhabits underground karst limestone cave systems and subterranean waterways in southwestern China. The species is adapted to the stable, dark aquatic environments of these cave networks, relying on consistent groundwater flow and specific water chemistry conditions.

Conservation measures underway

Species managementSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sinocyclocheilus bicornutus classified as Vulnerable?
Sinocyclocheilus bicornutus 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. Sinocyclocheilus bicornutus faces severe pressure from groundwater extraction and cave system disruption in its karst limestone habitat. Agricultural intensification and urban development in the surrounding watershed threaten water quality through chemical runoff and sedimentation. The species' extremely restricted range in underground cave systems makes it particularly vulnerable to hydrological changes and habitat degradation.
Where does Sinocyclocheilus bicornutus live?
Sinocyclocheilus bicornutus 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 Sinocyclocheilus bicornutus?
The main threats to Sinocyclocheilus bicornutus 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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