It is threatened by habitat loss, introduced species, climate change, water contamination, and increased ultraviolet radiation.

From the side of the head to the groin is a distinct ridge, the dorsolateral fold, which distinguishes this species from the common frog.

A dark streak runs between the nostril and the eye, and a thin, white line marks the upper lip.

Small clumps of eggs with a gelatinous coat are laid and are stuck to water weeds or placed beneath underwater stones.

When the tadpoles hatch, they feed on vegetable matter and take about three months before they undergo metamorphosis into juvenile frogs.

[3][4] The Iberian frog is threatened by habitat loss through agriculture, deforestation, and the planting of non-native woodlands.

Introduced fish species and the presence of the American mink (Neogale vison), escaped from fur farms, may also reduce numbers.