Neglected Frog

Found between Cairns and Innisfail, northern Queensland.The extent of occurrence of the species is approximately 600 km2.

Found beneath cover on the floor of high altitude rainforest (approximately 900 – 1,500m asl).Calls from under leaves, bark etc. Exhibits terrestrial egg laying – a group of 14 eggs were observed attended by an adult frog. Other clutches have been as large as 32 eggs.

Very small extent of occurrence.ThreatsOccurs in National Parks in the Wet Tropics. Threats are mainly from human impacts on the parks, for example: erosion following human traffic, increased visitation, habitat degradation and development of walking tracks and other tourist facilities.Conservation MeasuresIt occurs within the Wet Tropics World Heritage Area.

The neglected frog (Cophixalus neglectus) is a species of frog in the family Microhylidae. It is endemic to Australia. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.