CRCritically Endangered
Boophis williamsi
Declining
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Boophis williamsi faces severe threats primarily from habitat destruction due to deforestation and agricultural expansion in Madagascar's remaining forest fragments. The species' extremely limited range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human encroachment.
Habitat
This species inhabits montane rainforests and humid forest areas in eastern Madagascar, typically found near streams and water bodies within primary forest at elevations between 900-1,200 meters.
Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· majorSavanna· majorShrubland· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major
Conservation measures underway
Site/area protectionHabitat & natural process restorationSpecies recoveryEx-situ conservationCompliance and enforcement
