VU

Uegitglanis zammaranoi

Unknown

Overview

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

Uegitglanis zammaranoi faces severe threats from groundwater extraction and pollution in its limited Somali cave systems. Agricultural intensification and urban development above its subterranean habitat have led to contamination of the aquifer systems it depends upon. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to any disturbance of its cave environment, with potential habitat degradation from surface activities posing ongoing risks to population stability.

Threat summary

Habitat

This blind cave catfish inhabits underground freshwater systems in limestone caves within the Somali Peninsula. It occupies permanent pools and streams in complete darkness, adapted to the stable temperatures and low-oxygen conditions of subterranean aquatic environments.

FRESHWATER· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Uegitglanis zammaranoi classified as Vulnerable?
Uegitglanis zammaranoi 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. Uegitglanis zammaranoi faces severe threats from groundwater extraction and pollution in its limited Somali cave systems. Agricultural intensification and urban development above its subterranean habitat have led to contamination of the aquifer systems it depends upon. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to any disturbance of its cave environment, with potential habitat degradation from surface activities posing ongoing risks to population stability.
Where does Uegitglanis zammaranoi live?
Uegitglanis zammaranoi occurs in Somalia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Uegitglanis zammaranoi?
The main threats to Uegitglanis zammaranoi 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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