Biodiversity and Biogeography of Freshwater Fish

Dear Colleagues,

With over 15,000 species, the freshwater fish are a highly diverse group. Although this group is an essential source of food worldwide, our current knowledge on freshwater fish taxonomy and distribution is still incomplete. However, such data are crucial for conservation and policy makers, since about one-third of all listed freshwater fish species are considered threatened. It is also fundamental to be aware of and understand the impacts and threats that non-indigenous species bring to native species and habitats.

Complementarily, biogeographic approaches are important to understand (historical vs. current) distribution patterns of freshwater fish families and species. Indeed, freshwater fish are key indicators for delineating biogeographical maps worldwide.

This Special Issue aims to provide new contributions on freshwater fish around the world, with a focus on taxonomic, conservation, phylogeny, and biogeographic aspects. Short communications, research papers and reviews are all welcome.

Dr. Moreira da Costa Luis
Guest Editor

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