653 southern mountain yellow-legged frogs released in California
In September 2026, 653 southern mountain yellow-legged frogs were released into the San Gabriel Mountains, with 394 raised at the Aquarium of the Pacific. This effort aims to bolster the population of this critically endangered species, marking a significant milestone in conservation efforts.
In September 2026, approximately 653 critically endangered southern mountain yellow-legged frogs (Rana muscosa) were released into their native habitat in the San Gabriel Mountains of California. This initiative involved collaboration among staff from the Aquarium of the Pacific, the Los Angeles Zoo, and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). Of the total frogs released, 394 had been headstarted at the Aquarium of the Pacific, marking the largest release of this species by the organization. This release forms part of ongoing conservation efforts aimed at ensuring the survival of the southern mountain yellow-legged frog, a species whose population has been severely impacted by habitat loss and environmental changes.
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