Pristimantis labiosus
VU

Pristimantis labiosus

Local name: Cutín trompudo

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Overview

Pristimantis labiosus is a species of frog in the family Strabomantidae. It is found in Colombia and Ecuador. Its natural habitats are tropical moist lowland forests, moist montane forests, and rivers. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Cutín trompudo faces significant threats from habitat loss due to deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Andean cloud forest range. The species' restricted elevational distribution and fragmented populations make it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, which are altering the temperature and moisture conditions of its specialized montane habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits Andean cloud forests and humid montane forests between 1,500-2,800 meters elevation, particularly areas with dense vegetation, high humidity, and abundant leaf litter. It is typically found in primary and secondary forests with thick canopy cover that maintains the cool, moist microclimate conditions essential for its survival.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Cutín trompudo classified as Vulnerable?
Cutín trompudo 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 trompudo faces significant threats from habitat loss due to deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Andean cloud forest range. The species' restricted elevational distribution and fragmented populations make it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, which are altering the temperature and moisture conditions of its specialized montane habitat.
Where does Cutín trompudo live?
Cutín trompudo 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 Cutín trompudo?
The main threats to Cutín trompudo 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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