Cuban Khaki Frog
Eleutherodactylus ronaldi
Eleutherodactylus ronaldi is a species of frog in the family Eleutherodactylidae endemic to Cuba. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest.
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Taxonomy & Classification
Kingdom
Animalia
Phylum
Chordata
Class
Amphibia
Order
Anura
Family
Eleutherodactylidae
Genus
Eleutherodactylus
Cuban Khaki Frog belongs to the family Eleutherodactylidae, order Anura, within the Amphibia class.
Species Profile
Eleutherodactylus ronaldi is a species of frog in the family Eleutherodactylidae endemic to Cuba. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forest and subtropical or tropical moist montane forest. It is threatened by habitat loss.
The Cuban Khaki Frog faces significant threats from habitat loss and degradation due to deforestation, agricultural expansion, and urban development across its Cuban range. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and temperature increases that could affect breeding success and habitat suitability. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human activities.
Key Facts
Habitat & Distribution
This species inhabits humid montane forests, coffee plantations, and secondary growth forests in mountainous regions of Cuba, typically at elevations between 400-1200 meters. It is associated with leaf litter and low vegetation in areas with adequate moisture for reproduction and development.
Threats
Agricultural expansion
Habitat loss and fragmentation
Climate change impacts
Pollution from agricultural runoff
Urban development
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Sources & Attribution
How to Cite
IUCN: IUCN (2025). The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Version 2025-1. Available at: https://www.iucnredlist.org. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2025-1.RLTS
GBIF: GBIF.org (2025). GBIF Home Page. Available at: https://www.gbif.org
This page: SpeciesRadar (2025). Cuban Khaki Frog (Eleutherodactylus ronaldi). SpeciesRadar: Intelligence for Earth's Biodiversity. Available at: https://speciesradar.org/species/cuban-khaki-frog