THREATENED FISHES OF THE WORLD: Squalius svallize (HECKEL & KNER, 1858) (CYPRINIDAE)

Abstract

Neretva chub Squalius svallize is an endemic vulnerable species, strictly protected in Croatia but not protected in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Populations are declining due to environmental degradation, dams, predators and poaching. A detailed study of current population status, biology and ecology of S. svalize is required.

Keywords

• neretva chub
• squalius svallize
• conservation