Trench Robber Frog
VU

Trench Robber Frog

Pristimantis rubicundus

Unknown

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Overview

Pristimantis rubicundus is a species of frog in the family Strabomantidae. It is endemic to Ecuador. Its natural habitat is tropical moist montane forest. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Cutín rubicundo faces significant threats from habitat loss and fragmentation due to deforestation, agricultural expansion, and urban development throughout its Andean range. The species' restricted elevational range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, which are altering temperature and precipitation patterns in montane ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits cloud forests and montane humid forests in the Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-3,000 meters. It is found in primary and secondary forest habitats with dense vegetation and high humidity levels characteristic of Andean cloud forest ecosystems.

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VU

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Trench Robber Frog classified as Vulnerable?
Trench Robber Frog 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. Cutín rubicundo faces significant threats from habitat loss and fragmentation due to deforestation, agricultural expansion, and urban development throughout its Andean range. The species' restricted elevational range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, which are altering temperature and precipitation patterns in montane ecosystems.
Where does Trench Robber Frog live?
Trench Robber Frog 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 Trench Robber Frog?
The main threats to Trench Robber Frog 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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