VU

Marahuaca Treefrog

Tepuihyla luteolabris

Unknown

Overview

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

The Marahuaca Treefrog faces significant threats from habitat degradation due to mining activities and infrastructure development in the Venezuelan Guiana Shield region. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the specialized tepui ecosystems where this species occurs. The species' extremely restricted range on tepui summits makes it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, as populations have limited options for dispersal to suitable alternative habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This treefrog inhabits the unique tepui ecosystems of the Venezuelan Guiana Shield, specifically occurring in montane forests and shrublands on isolated table mountains. The species is associated with bromeliad-rich environments and rocky outcrops at elevations above 1,500 meters on tepui summits.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Marahuaca Treefrog classified as Vulnerable?
Marahuaca Treefrog 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. The Marahuaca Treefrog faces significant threats from habitat degradation due to mining activities and infrastructure development in the Venezuelan Guiana Shield region. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the specialized tepui ecosystems where this species occurs. The species' extremely restricted range on tepui summits makes it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, as populations have limited options for dispersal to suitable alternative habitats.
Where does Marahuaca Treefrog live?
Marahuaca Treefrog occurs in Venezuela. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Marahuaca Treefrog?
The main threats to Marahuaca Treefrog 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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