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Valle Robber Frog

Pristimantis cabrerai

Unknown

Overview

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

The Valle Robber Frog faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in Colombia's Valle del Cauca region, which has fragmented its cloud forest habitat. Deforestation for coffee cultivation and pastureland has reduced suitable breeding sites, while agrochemical runoff contaminates the streams essential for tadpole development. Climate change compounds these threats by altering precipitation patterns in the montane forests where this endemic species depends on consistent moisture levels.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Colombian species inhabits cloud forests and montane rainforests in the Cordillera Occidental of the Valle del Cauca region, typically at elevations between 1,800-2,400 meters. It requires areas with consistent high humidity and permanent water sources for reproduction, often found near streams and in leaf litter of primary and secondary forest.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Valle Robber Frog classified as Endangered?
Valle Robber 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 Valle Robber Frog faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in Colombia's Valle del Cauca region, which has fragmented its cloud forest habitat. Deforestation for coffee cultivation and pastureland has reduced suitable breeding sites, while agrochemical runoff contaminates the streams essential for tadpole development. Climate change compounds these threats by altering precipitation patterns in the montane forests where this endemic species depends on consistent moisture levels.
Where does Valle Robber Frog live?
Valle 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 Valle Robber Frog?
The main threats to Valle 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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