Betta brownorum
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Betta brownorum faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as peat swamp forests in Borneo are cleared for palm oil plantations and urban development. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and industrial activities degrades the acidic, tannin-rich waters this species requires. The aquarium trade poses an additional threat, with wild populations potentially over-collected due to the species' attractive coloration and specialized habitat requirements.
Habitat
Betta brownorum inhabits shallow, slow-moving streams and pools within peat swamp forests of Borneo. These environments are characterized by extremely soft, acidic water with high tannin content from decomposing organic matter, creating the dark, tea-colored conditions essential for the species' survival.
