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. This additional information will help inform decisions on where, when, and how the species may be used to minimize risks of them becoming invasive.
Corydoras carlae is a small catfish native to the Iguazu River basin in South America. No introductions have been reported outside the native range, and the species is not known to be commercially traded for any purpose. Climate match to the contiguous U.S. is medium, with highest risk occurring along the Gulf Coast. More information is needed to sufficiently assess the risks posed by C. carlae. Therefore, the overall risk assessment category is “Uncertain”.
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