Ecological Risk Screening Summary - Spotted Bullhead (Ameiurus serracanthus) - 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.

Ameiurus serracanthus is native to several river systems in the U.S. states of Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. The species has no history of introduction outside its native range, within the U.S. or internationally. Human use of A. serracanthus is relatively minor. Climate match to the contiguous U.S. is high overall, with the area of highest match centering on the native range of the species. Overall risk posed by this species is uncertain.

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