Red List assessment of amphibian species of Ecuador: A multidimensional approach for their conservation.

ABSTRACT: Ecuador is one of the most biodiverse countries in the world, but faces severe pressures and threats to its natural ecosystems. Numerous species have declined and require to be objectively evaluated and quantified, as a step towards the development of conservation strategies. Herein, we present an updated National Red List Assessment for amphibian species of Ecuador, with one of the most detailed and complete coverages for any Ecuadorian taxonomic group to date. Based on standardized methodologies that integrate taxonomic work, spatial analyses, and ecological niche modeling, we assessed the extinction risk and identified the main threats for all Ecuadorian native amphibians (635 species), using the IUCN Red List Categories and Criteria. Our evaluation reveals that 57% (363 species) are ca

SUBMITTER: Ortega-Andrade HM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8101765 | biostudies-literature | 2021

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature