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Over 15,000
freshwater
fish species
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Living in less than
0.3% of global water
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Relied on by billions of people
for nutrition and livelihoods
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The most threatened
group of vertebrates
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UN predicts 20%*
of freshwater fishes
extinct in next 30 yrs
* ca 2,400 species
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FFSG
A global network of experts sharing one vision:
Freshwater fishes sustained in their natural environments
Photo credits [Left to Right] Dean Impson, Mahurangi Technical Institute, Rajeev Raghavan, Bruce Ellender, Zeb Hogan
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Welcome to the Freshwater Fish Specialist Group!
The group was established in 2004 and is a joint partnership between the IUCN Species Survival Commission and Wetlands International. Chaired by Dr. Richard Sneider, the FFSG are a diverse group of experts, spread over 17 regions around the world, with a solid record in ichthyology (the study of fish) and the conservation of freshwater fishes.
The FFSG is concerned with conserving the aquatic environment worldwide, maintaining fish biodiversity and ensuring sustainable fisheries in relation to people and water resource use. Our biggest challenge is the development of practical, global strategies for freshwater fish conservation in the face of species extinction and rapidly declining freshwater fisheries worldwide.
Working together, the FFSG focuses on a number of key areas; including strategy and policy development, provision of technical information and advice, training and education, IUCN Red Listing and biodiversity assessments.
Highlights
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Find out all the latest news and updates from the Freshwater Fish Specialist Group right here!
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A global initiative to call attention for open rivers and migratory fish. Celebrated on April 21 2018 around the world. Connecting fish, rivers and people. Join us!
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Citizen science project involving species monitoring – a crucial step in conservation action. Be a part of it! Photo: Zeb Hogan
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Funds are urgently needed to support the management of the group. By donating to the FFSG you are supporting global freshwater fish conservation.
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Keep up to date with the latest FFSG news and news from around the world on freshwater fish conservation.
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Learn about the fascinating fishes, the brilliant biogeography, the complex challenges and the crucial conservation actions of the 17 FFSG regions.
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Anguillid Specialist Sub-Group, of the FFSG, aims to serve as an expert body for anguillid species. Find out more! Photo: Bruce Ellender
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Do you work in ichthyology? Do you have experience of freshwater fish conservation? Would you be willing to share your knowledge and expertise?