Factors which have likely affected the decimation of amphibian species in recent years include:

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Exposure to novel fungal pathogens like chytrid fungus, stress from climate change, and the distribution of frogs to new geographic areas leading to disease spread are significant factors affecting amphibian populations. Overhunting by pet store staff and bacteria like J. lividum are not major factors in the decimation of amphibians.

Factors Which Have Likely Affected the Decimation of Amphibian Species