When did the blobfish become endangered?

The blobfish, specifically the species Psychrolutes marcidus, has faced threats primarily due to deep-sea trawling, which can damage their habitats and lead to bycatch. While it is not officially classified as endangered, it is considered vulnerable by some conservation efforts. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) has not listed it as endangered, but ongoing threats to its habitat may increase its risk in the future. Efforts to protect deep-sea ecosystems are crucial for the blobfish's survival.