Least ConcernGreater Roadrunner
Geococcyx californianus
Bony fish · Cyprinodontiformes · Cyprinodontidae
Cyprinodon diabolis
At extremely high risk of imminent extinction in the wild.
The Devils Hole pupfish is a fish of the family Cyprinodontidae, in the order Cyprinodontiformes, endemic to Devils Hole, a small aquifer in the state of Nevada. According to the IUCN Red List it is a critically endangered species, with a population of some 30 individuals.
Size
up to 3.4 cm
Life expectancy
1 year
Diet
Omnivore
Combines animal and plant food depending on availability.
Activity
Diurnal
Active mainly during the day.
Sighting difficulty
Very hard
Sources consulted: https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyprinodon_diabolis
The pins mark the parks where its presence is documented.
Parks and dive sites where this species has been documented.
Other species in the catalogue with the most in common with Devil's Hole Pupfish — same habitat, park, country, tags or family.
The devil's hole pupfish is classified as critically endangered. Organisations such as the IUCN, WWF and the Wildlife Conservation Society work specifically on its conservation and that of its habitat; looking into their programmes is a good starting point if you want to get involved.
It's documented in 1 protected area — one reason why protecting these places matters for its conservation.
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