VU

Hyperolius polystictus

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Hyperolius polystictus faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and human settlement development across its East African range. The species' dependence on specific wetland breeding sites makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat modification and water pollution from agricultural runoff. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the seasonal water cycles essential for successful reproduction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This reed frog inhabits montane and submontane wetlands, including swamps, marshes, and seasonal pools in grassland and agricultural areas. The species requires permanent or semi-permanent water bodies with emergent vegetation for breeding and typically occurs at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters.

Forest· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hyperolius polystictus classified as Vulnerable?
Hyperolius polystictus 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. Hyperolius polystictus faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and human settlement development across its East African range. The species' dependence on specific wetland breeding sites makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat modification and water pollution from agricultural runoff. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the seasonal water cycles essential for successful reproduction.
Where does Hyperolius polystictus live?
Hyperolius polystictus occurs in Congo - Brazzaville, and Congo - Kinshasa. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Hyperolius polystictus?
The main threats to Hyperolius polystictus 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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