VU

Betta lehi

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Betta lehi faces severe pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range within the Mekong River basin. Agricultural expansion and urban development have reduced available shallow water habitats, while water pollution from agricultural runoff and domestic waste threatens water quality in remaining populations. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

Betta lehi inhabits shallow, slow-moving waters including rice paddies, swamps, and small streams in the Mekong River basin. The species prefers areas with dense aquatic vegetation and soft substrates typical of lowland freshwater systems.

Wetlands (inland)· majorWetlands (inland) - Bogs, marshes, swamps, fens· major

Conservation measures underway

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Betta lehi classified as Vulnerable?
Betta lehi is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Betta lehi faces severe pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range within the Mekong River basin. Agricultural expansion and urban development have reduced available shallow water habitats, while water pollution from agricultural runoff and domestic waste threatens water quality in remaining populations. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes.
Where does Betta lehi live?
Betta lehi occurs in Indonesia, and Malaysia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Betta lehi?
The main threats to Betta lehi are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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