Peters' Robber Frog
VU

Peters' Robber Frog

Pristimantis petersi

Unknown

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

Overview

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

Peters' Robber Frog faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests and montane ecosystems in the Andes 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 limited refuge areas available. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Cordillera Oriental further fragment remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

Peters' Robber Frog inhabits cloud forests and humid montane forests in the Andean slopes, typically found at elevations between 1,500-2,800 meters. The species requires areas with dense vegetation cover, high humidity, and abundant leaf litter for breeding and foraging.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Peters' Robber Frog classified as Vulnerable?
Peters' 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. Peters' Robber Frog faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests and montane ecosystems in the Andes 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 limited refuge areas available. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Cordillera Oriental further fragment remaining populations.
Where does Peters' Robber Frog live?
Peters' 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 Peters' Robber Frog?
The main threats to Peters' 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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