CARES Species Profile:  Garra barreimiae

Description

A cyprinid endemic to the Hajar Mountains in northern Oman and the eastern United Arab Emirates. Populations occur both at the surface and subterranean caves systems.

CARES Family:   Cyprinidae - Minnows and Carps

Global Region:   Asia

Distribution:   Oman, United Arab Emirates

CARES Classification:  Vulnerable CARES Assessment Date:  March 15, 2026    
IUCN Red List:  Least Concern   IUCN Assessment Date:  April 18, 2012      
 

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