CARES Species Profile:  Aphanius arakensis

Description

A killifish enedmic to the Namak Lake basin in Iran. It inhabits shallow natural springs, streams, and artificial water channels. They are omnivorous, feeding on small invertebrates, algae, and detritus.

CARES Family:   Aphaniidae - Eurasian Killifish

Global Region:   Asia

Distribution:   Iran

 

Conservation Status

CARES Classification:  Critically Endangered CARES Assessment Date:  Feb. 15, 2023
IUCN Red List:  Undefined IUCN Assessment Date:  None