Eupsophus contulmoensis
| Eupsophus contulmoensis | |
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| Scientific classification | |
| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Amphibia |
| Order: | Anura |
| Family: | Alsodidae |
| Genus: | Eupsophus |
| Species: | E. contulmoensis
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| Binomial name | |
| Eupsophus contulmoensis Ortiz, Ibarra-Vidal, Formas, 1989
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Eupsophus contulmoensis is a species of frog in the family Alsodidae. It is endemic to Chile.[2][1]
Habitat
This frog is found under logs and rocks in Nothofagus forests. Scientists observed this frog between 50 and 740 meters above sea level.[2]
This frog has been found in one protected place: Contulmo National Monument.[1]
Reproduction
The female frog lays eggs in shallow holes.[1]
Threats
The IUCN classifies this frog as endangered. The principal threat is habitat loss in favor of pine and eucalyptus plantations. Human-set fires and tourism also cause problems.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d e IUCN SSC Amphibian Specialist Group (2023). "Contulmo Ground Frog: Eupsophus contulmoensis". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2023: e.T57076A79812438. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2023-1.RLTS.T57076A79812438.en. Retrieved May 29, 2025.
- ^ a b Frost, Darrel R. "Eupsophus contulmoensis Ortiz, Ibarra-Vidal, and Formas, 1989". Amphibian Species of the World, an Online Reference. Version 6.0. American Museum of Natural History, New York. Retrieved May 29, 2025.