Barycholos pulcher facts for kids
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Barycholos pulcher is a small frog. It belongs to the Strabomantidae family. This special frog lives only in the lowlands of Ecuador. You can find it near the Pacific Ocean. It lives in areas up to about 600 meters (2,000 feet) above sea level.
About the Barycholos pulcher Frog
Where This Frog Lives
This frog loves to live in warm, wet places. Its favorite home is the tropical moist lowland forest. This is a type of forest with lots of rain. It can also live in forests that have grown back after being cut down. These are called secondary forests. The frog needs places with lots of fallen leaves on the ground. These leaves are called leaf-litter. They provide a good hiding spot for the frog.
Why This Frog Needs Help
The Barycholos pulcher frog is quite common in its home areas. However, it faces some big problems. Its home is shrinking due to habitat loss. This means forests are being cut down. Also, pollution is a threat. Pollution can make the frog's water and land unsafe. Because of these threats, scientists are watching this species closely. They want to make sure it stays safe for the future.
