Adelophryne baturitensis
VU

Adelophryne baturitensis

Unknown

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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.

Adelophryne baturitensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction in Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. Deforestation for agriculture, urban expansion, and infrastructure development continues to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic frog survives. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to ongoing forest conversion and degradation.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of northeastern Brazil, specifically in montane forest environments of the Baturité Mountains in Ceará state. It occurs in humid forest leaf litter and understory vegetation at elevations between 600-1000 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Adelophryne baturitensis classified as Vulnerable?
Adelophryne baturitensis 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. Adelophryne baturitensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction in Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. Deforestation for agriculture, urban expansion, and infrastructure development continues to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic frog survives. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to ongoing forest conversion and degradation.
Where does Adelophryne baturitensis live?
Adelophryne baturitensis occurs in Brazil. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Adelophryne baturitensis?
The main threats to Adelophryne baturitensis 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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