Sholiga Narrow-mouthed Frog
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Sholiga Narrow-mouthed Frog

Microhyla sholigari

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

Overview

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

The Sholiga Narrow-mouthed Frog faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented its specialized forest habitat, while pollution from agricultural runoff degrades the water bodies essential for its breeding cycle. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the species' reproductive timing and reduce suitable microhabitat availability.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests in the Western Ghats, typically found in leaf litter and low vegetation near temporary water bodies. It requires specific microhabitat conditions including adequate moisture levels and forest floor cover for shelter and foraging.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sholiga Narrow-mouthed Frog classified as Endangered?
Sholiga Narrow-mouthed Frog 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. The Sholiga Narrow-mouthed Frog faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented its specialized forest habitat, while pollution from agricultural runoff degrades the water bodies essential for its breeding cycle. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the species' reproductive timing and reduce suitable microhabitat availability.
Where does Sholiga Narrow-mouthed Frog live?
Sholiga Narrow-mouthed Frog occurs in India. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Sholiga Narrow-mouthed Frog?
The main threats to Sholiga Narrow-mouthed 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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