The yellow-legged frog is a keystone species meaning that they are both predator and prey. They eat insects, eggs, tadpoles and even other frogs. In return they are consumed by native garter snakes.
How many mountain yellow-legged frogs are left?
For the mountain yellow-legged frog, severe population fragmentation has led to population estimates of fewer than 200 individuals remaining in the wild. Along with our partners, our aim is to manage and propagate this species in captivity as part of a large-scale reintroduction effort.
Why are mountain yellow-legged frog endangered?
These frogs are threatened by predation by introduced trout, disease, pesticides, environmental changes from drought and global warming, and habitat degradation due to livestock grazing.
What is one behavioral trait of mountain yellow-legged frogs?
If disturbed or threatened, mountain yellow-legged frogs produce a distinctive mink-or garlic-like odor to ward off predators and other animals. Although these frogs do not have vocal sacks, they can vocalize in or out of water, making what has been described as a flat “clicking” sound.
When was the mountain yellow-legged frog listed as endangered?
February 2, 2012 – The California Fish and Game Commission voted unanimously to designate Sierra Nevada mountain yellow-legged frogs as threatened and Southern California mountain yellow-legged frogs as endangered under the state’s Endangered Species Act.
Are yellow-legged frogs endangered?
Endangered (Population decreasing)
Mountain yellow-legged frog/Conservation status
What is the scientific name for a mountain yellow-legged frog?
Rana muscosa
Mountain yellow-legged frog/Scientific names
Mountain Yellow-legged Frog (Northern Distinct Population Segment [DPS]) Rana muscosa.
Where does the mountain yellow-legged frog live?
HABITAT: Mountain yellow-legged frogs live in glaciated alpine lakes, ponds, tarns, springs and streams. Lakes used usually have grassy or muddy margins, and adults are typically found sitting on wet rocks along the shoreline, usually where there is little or no vegetation.
When did the mountain yellow-legged frog become endangered?
2012
February 2, 2012 – The California Fish and Game Commission voted unanimously to designate Sierra Nevada mountain yellow-legged frogs as threatened and Southern California mountain yellow-legged frogs as endangered under the state’s Endangered Species Act.
What do mountain yellow-legged frog eat?
FOOD SOURCES. This species eats a variety of terrestrial and aquatic invertebrates, including beetles, ants, bees, wasps, flies, and dragonflies. Tadpoles may also be consumed.
