IUCN COMMISSION GROUP
IUCN SSC Freshwater Fish Specialist Group
Overview and description
- Description:
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It is 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.
Group leadership
Dr Jörg FREYHOF
Red List Authority Coordinator
See more at
http://joerg-freyhof.de/
http://scholar.google.de/citations?hl=de&user=WE8XVlwAAAAJ
Dr Rajeev RAGHAVAN
Red List Authority Coordinator
I am a biologist interested in addressing research questions related to the conservation and sustainable use of nature and natural resources. Although, I have interest in a broad range of…
More about the Specialist Group
The Freshwater Fish Specialist Group (FFSG) aims to influence decision-making processes at all levels to achieve sustainable uses of freshwater fishes and their habitats through the generation and dissemination of scientific knowledge, widespread awareness of their values, and the development of sound scientific knowledge.
MISSION
To achieve conservation and sustainable use of freshwater fishes and their habitats through generating and disseminating sound scientific knowledge, creating widespread awareness of their values, and influencing decision-making processes at all levels.
Specialist Group work
Generate and disseminate sound scientific knowledge
We need a better understanding of all freshwater fish species, to provide information on their value.
FFSG on the IUCN Red List
To inform conservation efforts, FFSG assesses species for the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.
FFSG Annual Report
Learn about FFSG’s work and results in 2022.
Previous reports:
At a glance
Official name:
IUCN SSC Freshwater Fish Specialist Group
Associated Commissions: