IUCN Red List Category: LC (Draft)
Animalia | Chordata | Vertebrata | Amphibia | Anura | Microhylidae | Kaloula | Kaloula conjuncta |
Taxonomic notes: The systematics of the various populations need to be evaluated. There are four subspecies which will probably be described as distinct species in the near future (A. Diesmos pers. comm.).
This species is widespread in the Philippines. It is found on the central islands of Negros, Panay, Guimaras and Cebu, in many parts of Luzon including the adjacent smaller islands of Polillo and Marinduque, on Mindanao Island, Leyte Island, and the islands of Patnanungan, Jomalig, Catanduanes, Tablas, Romblon and Sibuyan. A record from Mindoro is presently attributed to this taxon. It probably occurs more widely than current records suggest, especially in areas between known sites.
It is usually found in secondary growth vegetation and man-made habitats, but it also inhabits lowland and lower montane rainforests.
The most important threat to this species is the pollution of streams and rivers especially from agricultural run-off.
No conservation measures are needed at present for this species. The range of the species includes a few protected areas. Clarification of the taxonomy of this species is required.
Listed as Least Concern in view of its relatively wide distribution, tolerance of a broad range of habitats, presumed large population, and because it is unlikely to be declining fast enough to qualify for listing in a more threatened category.
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