Species that are considered uncertain risk need a more in-depth assessment beyond the Risk Summary to better define the species’ risk to U.S. environments.
Enteromius anoplus (formerly Barbus anoplus) is a cyprinid species native to South Africa, where it is widely distributed. The species was introduced to Namibia as trout forage. Ecological and economic impacts of this introduction are largely unknown, although one group of authors has suggested that the introduction has not been detrimental to native species. No other introductions have been reported. Climate match for the contiguous U.S. is high for this species, with highest match in the southwestern part of the country. Overall risk posed by E. anoplus is uncertain.
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