Earless Squeaker
Arthroleptis anotis
Overview
The earless squeaker (Arthroleptis anotis) is a species of the genus Arthroleptis. It is endemic to Tanzania. They live in habitats such as forests in elevations up to 1,900 m (6,200 ft). It was scientifically described in 2011.
Arthroleptis anotis faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and agricultural conversion within its extremely limited range in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania. The species' dependence on pristine montane forest conditions makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as even small-scale forest clearance can eliminate entire local populations. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the cool, humid microclimate conditions essential for this high-altitude endemic's survival.
Habitat
This species inhabits pristine montane forests in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania, typically found in cool, humid forest floor environments at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. It requires undisturbed forest conditions with dense leaf litter and stable moisture levels characteristic of these ancient mountain ecosystems.
Conservation measures underway
Other threatened species in ARTHROLEPTIDAE
Threatened in Tanzania
Frequently asked questions
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