Stefania roraimae (common names: Roraima treefrog, Roraima stefania) is a species of frog in the family Hemiphractidae. It is endemic to Guyana. Its type locality is Mount Roraima; it is also known from Mount Ayanganna and Mount Wokomung. It presumably occurs in the adjacent Venezuela and Brazil too.
Description Male Stefania roraimae grow to snout–vent length of and females to . The smallest recorded independent juveniles are in snout–vent length. Reproduction is not known for this species, but presumably the females carry eggs on their backs, with the juveniles developing fully there, as known for many other species of Stefania.
Habitat and conservation Stefania roraimae are found in primary forests at altitudes of . Its habitats are relatively remote. What threat the frog faces comes from climate change, fires, and viral, bacterial, and fungal pathogens. Scientists recommend that the government allow fewer visitors to Mt. Roraima.
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