CR

Peltophryne ramsdeni

Unknown

Overview

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

Peltophryne ramsdeni faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited Cuban range. The species is particularly vulnerable to introduced predators and competitors, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting breeding pools. Mining activities and pollution from agricultural runoff further degrade the remaining suitable habitat for this endemic Cuban toad.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Cuban toad inhabits dry forests, scrublands, and rocky areas in mountainous regions of eastern Cuba. The species requires temporary pools and streams for breeding, typically found in limestone karst landscapes with adequate vegetation cover.

Conservation measures underway

Species recoveryEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Peltophryne ramsdeni classified as Critically Endangered?
Peltophryne ramsdeni is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Peltophryne ramsdeni faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited Cuban range. The species is particularly vulnerable to introduced predators and competitors, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting breeding pools. Mining activities and pollution from agricultural runoff further degrade the remaining suitable habitat for this endemic Cuban toad.
Where does Peltophryne ramsdeni live?
Peltophryne ramsdeni occurs in Cuba. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Peltophryne ramsdeni?
The main threats to Peltophryne ramsdeni 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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