Mountain Frog
Philoria kundagungan
Australia's Threatened Species Category
Endangered
Listed since: 23/11/2021
IUCN's Threatened Species Category
Endangered
Listed since: 9/09/2021
Population trend: Decreasing
Other names: Red and Yellow Mountain Frog
Priority Species? Yes
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 Mountain Frog is a small, squat, pear-shaped frog about 28 mm long. The dorsal surface can be a base colour of yellow, orange, bright red, or black with patches of alternative colours.
Threats
Quollity Conservation Hub's Overall Priority Score
66
Average life span:
> 5yrs and < 10yrs
Number of young produced each year:
501 - 1000
Number of breeding events each year:
Unknown
Minimum sexual maturity age:
2 - 3yrs
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
Threats to the Mountain Frog are increased temperature and change to precipitation patterns, and increased intensity and frequency of bushfire.