CR

Oreolalax liangbeiensis

Declining

Overview

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

Oreolalax liangbeiensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and infrastructure development in its limited montane range. The species' extremely restricted distribution in the mountains of Sichuan Province makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks to its specialized high-altitude breeding habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane forests and alpine meadows in the mountains of Sichuan Province, China, typically at elevations between 2,000-3,500 meters. It breeds in small streams, ponds, and temporary water bodies within these high-altitude ecosystems.

Forest· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· majorRocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Oreolalax liangbeiensis classified as Critically Endangered?
Oreolalax liangbeiensis is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Oreolalax liangbeiensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and infrastructure development in its limited montane range. The species' extremely restricted distribution in the mountains of Sichuan Province makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks to its specialized high-altitude breeding habitats.
Where does Oreolalax liangbeiensis live?
Oreolalax liangbeiensis occurs in China. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Oreolalax liangbeiensis?
The main threats to Oreolalax liangbeiensis are 1.1, 2.3, 4.1, and 5.3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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