The Diversity of Anuran Species in the Talago Waterfall, Tanjung Raya, Agam, West Sumatera

Changing the function of habitat into a tourism area will have an impact on diversity Anuran species. This condition is currently happening in Talago Nagari Paninjauan Waterfall Area, Tanjung Raya District, Agam Regency, West Sumatra. study therefore important for revealing species before to this increase future. used VES (Visual Encounter Survey) sampling technique, and information various localities microhabitat each was recorded. A total 48 individuals, with 12 belonging six families collected. Species shows medium level diversity, index 2.2653, richness 2.8414. In area, no dominant were found low dominance (0.1207). If activity increases, it effect future by causing disruption presence Anura; thus, related parties must be able take appropriate action activities area.