Annam stream frog facts for kids
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Sylvirana annamitica is a type of frog that lives in parts of Southeast Asia. It has been found in countries like Vietnam and Laos. Scientists are also looking into whether this frog might live in China.
Scientists are still studying this frog. They think it might be very similar to, or even the same species as, another frog called Sylvirana nigrovittata.
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About the Annamite Stream Frog
The Sylvirana annamitica is a fascinating frog. It was officially described by scientists Sheridan and Stuart in 2018. This means it's a relatively new discovery for the scientific community!
Where Does This Frog Live?
This frog makes its home in the forests and near streams in Vietnam and Laos. These areas are part of the Annamite Range, a mountain chain in Southeast Asia. This is why the frog's name, annamitica, sounds similar to "Annamite."
Scientists are also exploring if this frog lives in parts of China. Finding out exactly where animals live helps us protect them.
How Scientists Study Frogs
When scientists find a new animal, they give it a unique scientific name. This helps everyone around the world know exactly which animal they are talking about. For this frog, the name is Sylvirana annamitica.
Sometimes, scientists find animals that look very similar to others. They then do more research, like studying their DNA, to see if they are truly different species or just variations of the same one. This is happening with Sylvirana annamitica and Sylvirana nigrovittata. It's like trying to figure out if two very similar-looking cousins are actually twins!
See also
In Spanish: Sylvirana annamitica para niños
