Which two specific river drainages define the endemic habitat of Anaxyrus baxteri?
Answer
Laramie and Medicine Bow River drainages
The Wyoming Toad is characterized by extreme geographic restriction, being endemic solely to the state of Wyoming. Specifically, its historical and critical habitat is tied directly to the Laramie River drainage area and the Medicine Bow River drainage area. This intense geographic limitation is a crucial factor driving its endangered status. Recovery plans must adhere closely to maintaining or restoring habitat quality specifically within these defined drainage systems, as the toad's ecological requirements are specialized to this narrow region, unlike more widely distributed relatives.
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