VU

Northern Cordilleras Robber Frog

Pristimantis thectopternus

Unknown

Overview

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

The Northern Cordilleras Robber Frog faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in Colombia's mountainous regions, which fragments and destroys its cloud forest habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development further degrade the pristine montane environments this species requires. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering temperature and precipitation patterns in high-altitude ecosystems, potentially pushing suitable habitat beyond the species' elevational range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits cloud forests and montane humid forests in the Northern Cordillera of Colombia, typically found at elevations between 1,800-2,400 meters. It requires pristine forest environments with high humidity and stable temperatures, often associated with moss-covered vegetation and leaf litter.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Northern Cordilleras Robber Frog classified as Vulnerable?
Northern Cordilleras 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. The Northern Cordilleras Robber Frog faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in Colombia's mountainous regions, which fragments and destroys its cloud forest habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development further degrade the pristine montane environments this species requires. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering temperature and precipitation patterns in high-altitude ecosystems, potentially pushing suitable habitat beyond the species' elevational range.
Where does Northern Cordilleras Robber Frog live?
Northern Cordilleras 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 Northern Cordilleras Robber Frog?
The main threats to Northern Cordilleras 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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