Cordillera Central Treefrog
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Cordillera Central Treefrog

Hyloscirtus larinopygion

Unknown

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Overview

The Cordillera central tree frog is a species of frog in the family Hylidae found in Colombia and Ecuador. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and rivers. It is threatened by habitat loss. While living, this creature has a solid brown dorsum, and its concealed limbs and underbelly are blue with black spots. The younger frogs are a grayish brown with some darker markings. The younger frogs' concealed limbs and underbellies are a creamy color.

The Cordillera Central Treefrog faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in Colombia's Cordillera Central. Climate change and the spread of chytrid fungus disease further threaten remaining populations in this endemic species' restricted montane range.

Threat summary

Other threatened species in Hylidae

VU

Linda's Treefrog

Hyloscirtus lindae

Unknown
VU

Marahuaca Treefrog

Tepuihyla luteolabris

Unknown
Palmer's TreefrogVU

Palmer's Treefrog

Hyloscirtus palmeri

Unknown
PererecaEN

Perereca

Dendropsophus nanus

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Cordillera Central Treefrog classified as Endangered?
Cordillera Central Treefrog 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. The Cordillera Central Treefrog faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in Colombia's Cordillera Central. Climate change and the spread of chytrid fungus disease further threaten remaining populations in this endemic species' restricted montane range.
Where does Cordillera Central Treefrog live?
Cordillera Central Treefrog occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cordillera Central Treefrog?
The main threats to Cordillera Central Treefrog 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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