Philip's Rainfrog
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Philip's Rainfrog

Pristimantis philipi

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pristimantis_philipi

Overview

Pristimantis philipi is a species of frog in the family Strabomantidae. It is endemic to Ecuador. Its natural habitat is tropical high-altitude grassland.

Pristimantis philipi faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited montane range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change may be altering the specific temperature and humidity conditions required for its survival.

Threat summary

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Pristimantis carmelitaeEN

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VU

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Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Philip's Rainfrog classified as Endangered?
Philip's Rainfrog 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. Pristimantis philipi faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited montane range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change may be altering the specific temperature and humidity conditions required for its survival.
Where does Philip's Rainfrog live?
Philip's Rainfrog 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 Philip's Rainfrog?
The main threats to Philip's Rainfrog 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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