Where do *Ischnocnema manezinho* live?

*Ischnocnema manezinho* are found in the mountainous regions of the Atlantic Forest in southeastern Brazil, at elevations between 800 and 1,600 meters. They prefer humid environments and live hidden under forest litter, fallen logs, and rocks, becoming active at night to forage for insects, spiders, and earthworms.

Are *Ischnocnema manezinho* endangered?

*Ischnocnema manezinho* are facing population decline due to habitat loss and pollution and are listed as Near Threatened (NT) on the IUCN Red List. Their habitat, the Atlantic Forest of Brazil, is being destroyed by development and deforestation. Water pollution is also a growing threat. Protecting their habitat is crucial for the conservation of *Ischnocnema manezinho*.

Animal Article

Ischnocnema manezinho

In the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil, *Ischnocnema manezinho*, a frog belonging to the *Ischnocnema* genus, lives a secretive life. Their ecology remains largely a mystery. Let's take a glimpse into the enigmatic world of *Ischnocnema manezinho*!