Is the giant freshwater stingray endangered?

The giant freshwater stingray (Himantura chaophraya) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Factors contributing to its endangerment include unregulated overfishing primarily for its meat and cartilage, along with the degradation and loss of suitable freshwater habitats. Conservation efforts are vital to ensure the survival of this unique and ecologically important species.