Ecological Risk Screening Summary - Belica (Leucaspius delineatus) - Uncertain Risk

Leucaspius delineatus, the Belica, is a small temperate fish found in fresh and brackish waters. This species is native to many countries in Europe and western Asia. It has been introduced and become established in surrounding countries or regions including Belgium, Finland, France, Norway, Siberia, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. It has been introduced to Sweden as well, but its establishment status is unknown. The primary human use of L. delineatus is for public aquariums. Potential impacts of introduction have been reported, however, no actual documented impacts were found. The history of invasiveness is classified as Data Deficient. The overall climate match category for the contiguous United States is High. All States had a high individual Climate 6 score except for Florida, which had a low individual Climate 6 score. The area of highest climate match is in the Great Lakes Region. The certainty of assessment is Low. The overall risk assessment category for Leucaspius delineatus is Uncertain.

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