Stefania marahuaquensis is a species of frog in the family Hemiphractidae. It is endemic to Venezuela and known from Cerro Duida and Cerro Marahuaca, both in Amazonas State.
Habitat and distribution Adult frogs have been observed on rocks next to streams. Scientists have seen the frog between above sea level.
Scientists have seen the frogs solely in a protected park, Duida-Marahuaka National Park.
Reproduction Scientists infer that the female frogs carry their eggs on their backs and the young undergo direct development.
Threats The IUCN classifies this frog as near threatened. Climate change could harm this population because of its small range. Virusal, bacterial, and fungal pathogens also pose a threat.
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