List of fish encountered in Swedish waters; both fresh water (lakes and streams) and in the marine salt water.
The table denotes species native to Sweden, as well as those introduced from a neighbouring country and those that have only occurred occasionally. In total there are approximately 140 species which are native and common in Sweden, plus another 90 which are sporadic, not established or extinct.
The IUCN Red List is a set of certain criteria of the fish population status in Sweden. The following terminology is used: Extinct, Critically Endangered, Endangered, Vulnerable, Near Threatened, Least Concern, Disappeared, Data Deficient and Not Evaluated.
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