description Corroboree Frog Overview
The Corroboree Frog (Pseudophryne corroboree) is a small, critically endangered amphibian endemic to the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales, Australia. It is distinguished by its striking yellow and black longitudinal stripes, which serve as warning coloration to predators. Unlike many other poisonous amphibians, this species synthesizes its own unique alkaloid toxins rather than acquiring them from its diet. It primarily inhabits subalpine woodlands and montane heath, where it relies on small seasonal pools for breeding.
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Corroboree Frog ranks #18 of 213 in the Amphibian ranking, behind White's Tree Frog, ahead of Wallace's Flying Frog.
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Why is the corroboree frog black and yellow?
Its vivid pattern is warning coloration associated with toxic skin secretions. Unlike many poisonous frogs that obtain toxins from their diet, corroboree frogs can produce their own alkaloid toxin.
Where can the southern corroboree frog be found in the wild?
Pseudophryne corroboree has a very restricted range in the Snowy Mountains of New South Wales. It inhabits high-elevation bogs, wet heath, and surrounding woodland within the Kosciuszko region.
Why is the corroboree frog critically endangered?
A central threat is chytridiomycosis, the disease caused by the amphibian chytrid fungus. Fire, drought, climate change, habitat disturbance, and the frog's extremely limited distribution add to its vulnerability.
Are corroboree frogs being bred in captivity?
Yes. Australian conservation programs breed the frogs and maintain insurance populations, with institutions including Taronga Conservation Society Australia involved in recovery work. Eggs and frogs have also been released into managed habitats in the Snowy Mountains.
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