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.
Puntius vittatus is a fish endemic to Pakistan, India and Sri Lanka. This fish is found in the aquarium trade but it is not certain to what extent. P vittatus is also used for bait, to feed fish and ducks, and as a human food source during monsoons. Puntius vittatus has been recorded as introduced to the Maldive Islands but there is no information available stating if it became established or if it had any impact. The history of invasiveness is uncertain. The climate match for the contiguous United States is low. Areas of medium match were found in southern Florida, southern Texas, and the southwest. The certainty of assessment is low due to lack of information. The overall risk assessment category for Puntius vittatus is uncertain.
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