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Black-throated Climbing Frog (Anodonthyla nigrigularis)

Black-throated Climbing Frog

Anodonthyla nigrigularis

EN Endangered

Very high risk of extinction

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Black-throated Climbing Frog

Anodonthyla nigrigularis is a species of frog in the Microhylidae family. It is endemic to Madagascar. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, and heavily degraded former forest. It is threatened by habitat loss from agriculture, timber extraction, charcoal manufacturing, spread of non-native eucalyptus, livestock grazing and human settlement. The exact population is unknown but it is seemingly abundant in well-managed Andohahela National Park and less common...

Key Facts

  • Endangered - this species needs our protection.
  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Black-throated Climbing Frog?

The scientific name of the Black-throated Climbing Frog is Anodonthyla nigrigularis.

Is the Black-throated Climbing Frog endangered?

The Black-throated Climbing Frog is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

How many Black-throated Climbing Frog sightings have been recorded?

5 observations of the Black-throated Climbing Frog have been recorded on iNaturalist.

5 observations on iNaturalist
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