VU

Peck's Robber Frog

Pristimantis pecki

Unknown

Overview

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

Peck's Robber Frog faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests in its limited Andean range are cleared for agriculture and human settlement. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat upslope with nowhere higher to retreat. Its small population size and fragmented distribution across isolated mountain peaks further amplify extinction risk from stochastic events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane cloud forests and elfin woodlands at elevations between 2,800-3,400 meters in the Andes. It requires the cool, humid microclimate of these high-altitude forests with their characteristic moss-covered trees and persistent fog cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Peck's Robber Frog classified as Vulnerable?
Peck's 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. Peck's Robber Frog faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests in its limited Andean range are cleared for agriculture and human settlement. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat upslope with nowhere higher to retreat. Its small population size and fragmented distribution across isolated mountain peaks further amplify extinction risk from stochastic events.
Where does Peck's Robber Frog live?
Peck's 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 Peck's Robber Frog?
The main threats to Peck's 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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