Australian Lace-lid
Litoria dayi
Australia's Threatened Species Category
Vulnerable
Listed since: 4/07/2019
IUCN's Threatened Species Category
Vulnerable
Listed since: 25/01/2021
Population trend: Stable
Other names: Lace-eyed Tree Frog, Day's Big-eyed Treefrog
Priority Species? No
The Australian government's Threatened Species Action Plan 2022-2032 selected over 100 priority species derive from consultation with threatened species experts and the wider community. While all species are important, focusing on a limited number of species can help target effort and resources so that outcomes can be achieved, measured and shared.
Description
The Australian Lace-lid is a rainforest specialist found in areas of steep slopes and fast-flowing rocky streams. The lower eyelid is patterned with lines, veins and dots which give the frog its name.
Threats
Quollity Conservation Hub's Overall Priority Score
60
Average life span:
> 5yrs and < 10yrs
Number of young produced each year:
< 100
Number of breeding events each year:
Unknown
Minimum sexual maturity age:
1 - 2yrs
Who is helping
Useful links for more detailed information on this species
DCCEEW - Australian Government Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water
SPRAT - DCCEEW Species Profile and Threats Database
The Australian Lace-lid is threatened mainly by disease and invasive ant species.