Experts have identified a critical gap in African conservation planning, with only 12 amphibian-specific action plans across the continent. Many amphibian species are classified as data deficient, indicating a lack of baseline research and targeted conservation strategies.

Herpetologists are urging greater inclusion of amphibians in conservation planning, emphasizing their role as early-warning indicators of ecological disruption. The Democratic Republic of Congo lacks amphibian-specific plans, while Cameroon has protected six species, including the Goliath frog, as a model for other nations. Karen Lips highlights the absence of population data, which hinders assessments of threats like climate change and land use change. Amaël Borzée suggests that citizen science platforms like iNaturalist can help fill these data gaps.

The community consensus is clear: amphibians are critically underrepresented in African conservation efforts. While some countries like Cameroon offer models for action, the lack of data and targeted plans remains a major obstacle. The call for citizen involvement and more research is growing, but without urgent action, many amphibian species risk being overlooked entirely.