Piura Robber Frog
VU

Piura Robber Frog

Pristimantis colodactylus

Unknown

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

Overview

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

The Piura Robber Frog faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in northwestern Peru. Deforestation for crop cultivation and livestock grazing has fragmented its dry forest habitat, while mining activities in the region contribute to habitat degradation and potential water contamination. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moisture levels critical for this amphibian's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits dry forests and scrublands in the Piura region of northwestern Peru, typically found in areas with scattered vegetation and rocky outcrops. It occurs at elevations between 200-1,200 meters in seasonally dry tropical forests that experience distinct wet and dry seasons.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Piura Robber Frog classified as Vulnerable?
Piura 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. The Piura Robber Frog faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in northwestern Peru. Deforestation for crop cultivation and livestock grazing has fragmented its dry forest habitat, while mining activities in the region contribute to habitat degradation and potential water contamination. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moisture levels critical for this amphibian's survival.
Where does Piura Robber Frog live?
Piura 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 Piura Robber Frog?
The main threats to Piura 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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