Oaxacan Yellow Treefrog
Megastomatohyla pellita
Overview
The Oaxacan yellow tree frog is a species of frog in the family Hylidae and is endemic to Mexico. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests and rivers. It is threatened by habitat loss.
Megastomatohyla pellita faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and agricultural conversion throughout its limited range in Central America. The species is particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation as it requires continuous forest canopy for breeding and foraging. Chytrid fungal disease has also been documented affecting amphibian populations in the region, posing an additional threat to remaining populations.
Habitat
This arboreal frog inhabits primary and secondary tropical rainforests, typically found in the forest canopy where it breeds in tree holes and bromeliad tanks. The species requires humid, undisturbed forest environments with adequate tree cover for shelter and breeding sites.
Conservation measures underway
Other threatened species in HYLIDAE
Threatened in Mexico
Frequently asked questions
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