Saving Yosemite's Frogs

The video discusses the decline of Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frogs in Yosemite due to fish stocking and the chytrid fungus. Initially abundant, these frogs faced competition and predation from introduced fish, leading to population declines. The chytrid fungus, identified in 1999, further exacerbated the issue. Conservation efforts in Yosemite focus on habitat restoration and fish eradication to support frog recovery, showing positive results in ecosystem restoration.

Discuss the relationship between the mountain yellow-legged frogs and their predators in the ecosystem.

What role do invertebrate populations play in the recovery of frog populations in Yosemite?

What are the long-term goals for the conservation of the Sierra Nevada yellow-legged frogs in Yosemite?