At a glance
- IUCN category
- CR · Critically Endangered
- Animal group
- Reptiles & Amphibians
- Population trend
- Decreasing
- Last verified
Conservation overview
Morelet's tree frog is a striking tree frog with bold eyes and smooth green skin. It is assessed as Critically Endangered.
It breeds in pools and ponds in Central American forests.
Range & habitat
Forests of Central America, including Mexico, Belize, and Guatemala.
Major threats
Threats below are drawn from the authoritative sources listed on this page. For the current, complete assessment, see the IUCN Red List.
- The amphibian fungal disease chytridiomycosis
- Habitat loss
- Collection in the past
Why it matters
A handsome Central American tree frog hit by disease and habitat loss, Morelet's tree frog is part of the wider amphibian extinction crisis.
Sources
Sources for Morelet's Tree Frog
- IUCN Red List — look up Morelet's Tree Frog (authoritative status)
- AmphibiaWeb (UC Berkeley)
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Morelet's tree frog look like?
It is a smooth-skinned green tree frog with large, dark-rimmed eyes and pale underparts, found in the forests of Mexico and northern Central America.
Why is Morelet's tree frog Critically Endangered?
Published assessments cite the amphibian fungal disease chytridiomycosis, habitat loss, and past collection. See the IUCN Red List for the current assessment.
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