VU

Yellow-bellied Frog

Geocrinia vitellina

UnknownVUAU

Overview

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

The Yellow-bellied Frog faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range in southwestern Western Australia. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered rainfall patterns that could disrupt the seasonal wetlands essential for breeding. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation of remaining habitat patches reducing population connectivity and genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

The Yellow-bellied Frog inhabits seasonal wetlands, swamps, and adjacent woodland areas in the southwestern corner of Western Australia. It requires temporary water bodies for breeding and relies on surrounding vegetation for shelter and foraging during dry periods.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Yellow-bellied Frog classified as Vulnerable?
Yellow-bellied 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 Yellow-bellied Frog faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range in southwestern Western Australia. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered rainfall patterns that could disrupt the seasonal wetlands essential for breeding. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation of remaining habitat patches reducing population connectivity and genetic diversity.
Where does Yellow-bellied Frog live?
Yellow-bellied 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 Yellow-bellied Frog?
The main threats to Yellow-bellied 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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