Alto Marañon toad facts for kids
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Bufo spinulosus orientalis Vellard, 1959 |
The Alto Marañon toad (scientific name: Rhinella vellardi) is a special kind of toad. It belongs to the family called Bufonidae, which includes many different types of toads. This toad is found only in one country: Peru. When an animal or plant is found only in one specific place, we say it is endemic to that area.
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What is the Alto Marañon Toad?
The Alto Marañon toad is a species of toad first described in 1978. It is known for being quite rare. Scientists don't have a lot of information about it yet. This makes it a mysterious creature of the Peruvian forests.
Where Does It Live?
This toad lives in a specific part of northern Peru. It is found in the Cajamarca Region, especially in the upper Marañón area. This exact spot is called its "type locality." A type locality is the original place where a new species was first discovered and described by scientists.
Its Home: Montane Forests
The Alto Marañon toad's natural habitat is the montane forest. These are forests found in mountainous regions. They are part of the upper Amazon basin, which is a huge area around the Amazon River. These forests are usually cool and misty, with lots of plants and animals.
Why is it Special?
The Alto Marañon toad is considered a rare species. This means there are not many of them left in the wild. Because it is so rare, scientists are still learning about its life and habits. Protecting its unique mountain forest home is very important for its survival.
See also
In Spanish: Rhinella vellardi para niños
