Iberochondrostoma oretanum facts for kids
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The Iberochondrostoma oretanum, also known as the Oretana Bream, is a special type of fish. It belongs to the cyprinid family, which includes carps and minnows. This fish is endemic to Spain, meaning it is found naturally nowhere else in the world.
It lives in the Robledillo and Fresnada rivers. These rivers are small branches of the Jándula River, which is part of the larger Guadalquivir river system in Spain.
About the Oretana Bream
The Oretana Bream is a small freshwater fish. It was first officially described in 2003 by scientists Ignacio Doadrio and José Ambrosio Carmona. Before that, it was not known as a separate species.
Where it Lives
This fish makes its home in rivers that are sometimes called "intermittent." This means the rivers do not always have water flowing in them. They might dry up during hot, dry seasons and then fill with water again when it rains. The Oretana Bream has adapted to live in these changing conditions.
Why it's in Danger
Sadly, the Oretana Bream is a critically endangered species. This means it is at a very high risk of disappearing forever. The biggest threat to this fish is habitat loss. Its natural home, the rivers, are being damaged or disappearing.
When rivers dry up more often or become polluted, the fish lose their places to live, find food, and reproduce. Protecting these special rivers is very important to help the Oretana Bream survive.
