[2][3] It is similar to Ameerega petersi, but differs from the latter in call and size, by having allopatric distributions, and by not being close relatives (Bayesian phylogeny).

It is also similar in appearance to A. pongoensis, although the latter doesn't possess flash marks above its groin and has a different call.

[3] Scientists first described this frog from two type localities in Serranía de Contamana, but they believe it ranges beyond the area.

[1] They infer that, like other male frogs in Ameerega, he is carrying his newly hatched offspring to water for further development.

What threat it faces coming from ongoing mining and oil extraction in the Sierra del Divisor, a planned roadway, and logging and agriculture.