Distribution of the European mudminnow Umbra krameri (Umbridae) in Serbia

Abstract

Umbra krameri is one of three representatives of the genus Umbra in Holarctic region, and the only native species in Europe. During the last few decades it has been reduced in range and abundance in all countries of known historical occurrence. The main reasons for its decline are habitat reduction and water pollution. Distribution records of U. krameri in Serbia are scarce, but it is protected there as a natural rarity. The results of preliminary investigations on its distribution in Serbia show that this fish can still be found in suitable aquatic habitats, such as the stream Za‐savica.

Key words:

• Conservation
• Fish
• Serbia
• Umbra krameri
• Zasavica