Advertisement.
The northern leopard frog has been formally listed as endangered in the Northwest Territories following a consensus decision by the Conference of Management Authorities.
The conference is a group of organizations that share responsibility for managing wildlife in the territory.
The frog was previously listed as threatened in the NWT. The new designation reflects ongoing concern about its small, isolated population.
In the NWT, northern leopard frogs have only been found near the Slave, Taltson, Tetthul and Tazin rivers in the South Slave region.
Advertisement.
Advertisement.
The population is genetically distinct and geographically isolated, meaning it would be difficult to replace if it disappeared from the territory.
The species faces threats including disease, drought, wildfire and human disturbances such as hydro development.
The western toad, which was also reviewed, will remain listed as threatened in the NWT.
Both listings are in effect for 10 years.
