ENEndangered
Socotra Freshwater Crab
Socotrapotamon socotrense
Unknown
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Wetlands (inland)· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· majorWetlands (inland) - Bogs, marshes, swamps, fens· major
Conservation measures underway
Site/area protectionHabitat & natural process restorationSpecies managementSpecies recoveryAwareness & communications
Other threatened species in POTAMIDAE
Threatened in Yemen
Frequently asked questions
Why is Socotra Freshwater Crab classified as Endangered?
Socotra Freshwater Crab is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Socotra Freshwater Crab live?
Socotra Freshwater Crab occurs in Yemen. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Socotra Freshwater Crab?
The main threats to Socotra Freshwater Crab are 1.1, 2.3, 4.1, and 7.2. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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