Author: (Blanco, Hrbek & Doadrio, 2006)
FBname: Sahara aphanius
Comments: This species could be considered as critically endangered following IUCN criteria (Ref. 57144).  Excessive ground water withdrawal for agricultural purposes, the drying of wetlands, and water pollution are, along with the introduced <i>Gambusia</i>, the major threats to the survival of this species (Ref. 57144).