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Betta livida

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Overview

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

Betta livida faces severe habitat degradation from palm oil plantation expansion and logging activities throughout its native range in Malaysian Borneo. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development has contaminated the shallow forest streams this species depends on for breeding. The conversion of peat swamp forests to commercial plantations has eliminated critical spawning habitats, while collection for the international aquarium trade adds additional pressure to remaining wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

Betta livida inhabits shallow, slow-moving forest streams and tributaries within peat swamp forests of Malaysian Borneo. The species prefers acidic, tannin-stained waters with dense vegetation cover and soft substrates typical of lowland tropical rainforest ecosystems.

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

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Betta livida classified as Endangered?
Betta livida is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Betta livida faces severe habitat degradation from palm oil plantation expansion and logging activities throughout its native range in Malaysian Borneo. Water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban development has contaminated the shallow forest streams this species depends on for breeding. The conversion of peat swamp forests to commercial plantations has eliminated critical spawning habitats, while collection for the international aquarium trade adds additional pressure to remaining wild populations.
Where does Betta livida live?
Betta livida occurs in 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 livida?
The main threats to Betta livida 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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