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Ruwenzori River Frog

Ruwenzori River Frog

Uganda, Congo
Status
Data Deficient

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Forest, Mountain

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
small aquatic larvae, freshwater worms, and crawling insects

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
nocturnal and crepuscular

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

<p>A study by Zimkus et al. (2010) supports the identification of <em>P. petropedetoides</em> as a distinct species, following Laurent (1972), and not a synonym of<em> P. dendrobates</em> (Drewes and Vindum, 1994; Vonesh, 2001).</p>
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Ruwenzori River Frog is officially designated as Data Deficient. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to forest, mountain, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of small aquatic larvae, freshwater worms, and crawling insects. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a nocturnal and crepuscular activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem. The species has a typical natural lifespan of approximately 6 years, allowing it to adapt and mature through structured generational cycles.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Ruwenzori River Frog.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeUganda, Congo
Habitat RangeForest, Mountain
Lifespan6 Yrs
StatusData Deficient
ScientificPhrynobatrachus petropedetoides
Registry Info
Lifespan6 years
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyPhrynobatrachidae