Stuttering Frog
Mixophyes balbus
Australia's Threatened Species Category
Vulnerable
Listed since: 23/11/2021
IUCN's Threatened Species Category
Vulnerable
Listed since: 14/12/2021
Population trend: Decreasing
Other names: Southern Barred Frog (in Victoria)
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 Stuttering Frog is yellow-grey on its back with darker blotches. The frog grows to 80 mm and the toes are three-quarters webbed.
Threats
Quollity Conservation Hub's Overall Priority Score
57
Average life span:
> 5yrs and < 10yrs
Number of young produced each year:
> 2000
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
The main threats to the Stuttering Frog include habitat loss through clearing from logging and disease (chytrid fungus).