Northern tinker frog

The northern tinker frog, northern timber frog, or tinkling frog is a species of frog in the family Myobatrachidae. It is endemic to humid mountainous areas of north-eastern Queensland in Australia. It lives among rocks and logs at small fast-flowing streams. Adults are nocturnal.

Conservation status

As most other members of the genus Taudactylus, this species has declined drastically. It is listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN [Red List] and under the Environment [Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999]. The precise reason for this decline is unclear, but likely linked to the disease chytridiomycosis. It may also be threatened by habitat loss.