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.
Ponticola platyrostris, Flatsnout Goby, is a fish native to the Black Sea. It has not been reported as introduced outside of its native range. Therefore, there is no information about impacts if introduced. History of invasiveness is uncertain. Searches of internet aquarium trade sites did not find this species listed for sale. The climate match with the contiguous United States is medium, with patches of high match around the Great Lakes and in parts of the Rocky Mountains. Michigan, New York, and Pennsylvania were the only States with a high climate score. Due to lack of information, certainty of assessment is low. The overall risk posed by this species is uncertain.
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