Pristimantis phragmipleuron
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Pristimantis phragmipleuron faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to deforestation, agricultural expansion, and urban development within its limited range in the Andes. The species' restricted distribution and specialized habitat requirements make it extremely vulnerable to environmental changes and human encroachment. Climate change poses additional risks by altering the temperature and moisture conditions essential for this amphibian's survival.
Habitat
This species inhabits cloud forests and montane humid forests in the Andean region, typically at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. It requires areas with dense vegetation, high humidity, and stable microclimatic conditions characteristic of tropical montane ecosystems.