Amolops shillong

Biodiversity • Amphibians

Key Pointers

  • A frog species associated with the northeastern Indian region.

  • Belongs to the genus Amolops, commonly known as torrent frogs.

  • These frogs are typically adapted to fast-flowing streams.

  • Amphibians are important ecological indicators.

  • Their populations are affected by:

    • Habitat loss.

    • Pollution.

    • Climate change.

    • Stream alteration.

UPSC Relevance: Endemic species, biodiversity hotspots and amphibian conservation.