Malabar Tree Toad

17 Aug 2024

Climate change could shrink the Malabar Tree Toad’s (MTT) distribution in protected areas by up to 68.7% between 2061 and 2080, based on high emissions scenarios.

Low Emissions Scenario:

  •  If emissions are low, the species’ distribution could increase by up to 111.3% in protected areas.

About Malabar Tree Toad

Malabar Tree Toad

  • Scientific name: Pedostibes tuberculosus
    • It is also known as the Warty Asian Tree Toad.
  • Habitat: MTT is native to India’s Western Ghats
    • Unlike most toads, it lives in trees.
  • Unique Feature: It is the only species in the genus Pedostibes, making it a unique type of Asian tree toad.
  • Discovery: First found in 1876, not seen again for over 100 years, and rediscovered in 1980.
  • Breeding
    • It breeds in water pools created by monsoon rains.
    • Impact of Climate: Changes in precipitation and moisture levels affect MTT breeding and habitat availability.
  • Conservation Status 
    • IUCN status: Endangered (EN)

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Importance to Ecosystem

  • Predator Role: The Malabar tree toad controls insect and spider populations by feeding on them, helping maintain ecological balance.
  • Indicator Species: Its presence indicates a healthy forest ecosystem.
  • Nutrient Recycling: Contributes to the recycling of nutrients within the ecosystem.
  • Soil Aeration: Helps in aerating the soil, promoting overall soil hea
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