Perereca
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Perereca

Dendropsophus nanus

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dendropsophus_nanus

Overview

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

Dendropsophus nanus faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat destruction from urban expansion and agricultural conversion in its restricted Atlantic Forest range. The species is particularly vulnerable to water pollution and sedimentation affecting its breeding ponds, while climate change is altering precipitation patterns critical for its reproductive cycle. Chytrid fungal disease has also been documented in nearby populations, posing an additional emerging threat to this already endangered amphibian.

Threat summary

Habitat

This small tree frog inhabits Atlantic Forest fragments, particularly areas near temporary and permanent water bodies including forest ponds, streams, and wetlands. It requires both aquatic breeding sites and surrounding forest canopy for shelter and foraging.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Perereca classified as Endangered?
Perereca is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Dendropsophus nanus faces severe population declines primarily due to habitat destruction from urban expansion and agricultural conversion in its restricted Atlantic Forest range. The species is particularly vulnerable to water pollution and sedimentation affecting its breeding ponds, while climate change is altering precipitation patterns critical for its reproductive cycle. Chytrid fungal disease has also been documented in nearby populations, posing an additional emerging threat to this already endangered amphibian.
Where does Perereca live?
Perereca 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 Perereca?
The main threats to Perereca 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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