Viral squeaky frog now at risk of extinction
Summary
The desert rain frog, known for its high-pitched squeaky call, is now considered at high risk of extinction. It lives only in a small area of sand dunes in southern Africa, where mining and development threaten its survival.Key Facts
- The desert rain frog lives only in a narrow strip of coastal sand dunes in Namibia and South Africa.
- It burrows into sand to escape heat and surface only to feed and breathe.
- Diamond mining and planned energy projects threaten its habitat, risking a 20% population decline over 20 years.
- The frog’s unique look makes it attractive to pet collectors, adding to its risks.
- Conservationists want mining areas restored to support the frog’s habitat after mining ends.
- The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists the frog as highly endangered and tracks many species at risk globally.
- Deep-sea mining of minerals important for green technologies may threaten other rare marine species.
- Other rare species, like a tree near Bristol and deep-sea snails, also face extinction threats from human activities.
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