Ecological Risk Screening Summary - Clanwilliam Sandfish (Labeo seeberi) - Uncertain Risk

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.

Clanwilliam Sandfish (Labeo seeberi) is an endangered carp native to western South Africa. It is used as a gamefish, but national protections applicable to the species discourage collection and trade. No introductions of L. seeberi have been reported, so its potential for negative impacts on other ecosystems or humans is unknown. It may be susceptible to the OIE-reportable disease Epizootic Ulcerative Syndrome. Climate match to the contiguous United States is medium, with highest matches occurring in southern California. Without a history of introduction, the overall risk posed by L. seeberi is uncertain.