VU

Triplophysa qiubeiensis

Declining

Overview

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

Triplophysa qiubeiensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and water extraction in its limited karst cave habitat range in Yunnan Province, China. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to local environmental changes, while pollution from agricultural runoff and potential groundwater contamination threaten the delicate cave ecosystem chemistry essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic loach inhabits underground karst cave systems and associated subterranean waters in the limestone regions of Qiubei County, Yunnan Province, China. The species is adapted to the stable, low-light conditions of cave environments with specific water chemistry requirements typical of karst aquifer systems.

Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· majorCaves and subterranean habitats· major

Conservation measures underway

Resource & habitat protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Triplophysa qiubeiensis classified as Vulnerable?
Triplophysa qiubeiensis 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. Triplophysa qiubeiensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and water extraction in its limited karst cave habitat range in Yunnan Province, China. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to local environmental changes, while pollution from agricultural runoff and potential groundwater contamination threaten the delicate cave ecosystem chemistry essential for its survival.
Where does Triplophysa qiubeiensis live?
Triplophysa qiubeiensis 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 Triplophysa qiubeiensis?
The main threats to Triplophysa qiubeiensis 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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