Krabi Mouth Brooding BettaBetta simplex

Conservation Actions

This species is regularly bred in captivity by aquarists. Research and monitoring of populations in its habitat is needed to develop a management plan.

Location Information

This species is endemic to Krabi Province, peninsular Thailand, where it occurs in small areas of karst spring and wetlands near Khao Thong village. It has only been recorded from one location.

Geographic Range

Extant

Thailand

Population Information

The species is locally uncommon throughout its known range.

Threats

Overfishing for bait fish may threaten this species. Also habitat degradation of karst wetlands from agrochemical contamination as well as conversion for farmlands significantly threaten this species.

IUCN Red List Account Link

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