Callulops kopsteini facts for kids
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Callulops kopsteini is a special kind of frog that belongs to the Microhylidae family. It's often called the Kopstein's callulops frog. This frog is found only in one place: Sanana Island in Indonesia. It was named after Felix Kopstein, a scientist who first found these frogs in 1924.
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Discovering the Kopstein's Frog
What does the Kopstein's Frog look like?
The Kopstein's frog has a stocky, strong body. Adult males are about 4.1 to 4.2 centimeters (1.6 to 1.7 inches) long. Adult females are slightly larger, around 4.5 centimeters (1.8 inches) long. This measurement is taken from their snout (nose) to their vent (bottom).
Their head is a bit wider than it is long. The snout is rounded, but it sticks out a little. They have a clear eardrum, called a tympanum, on the side of their head.
The tips of their fingers and toes have small, flat pads called discs. These discs might help them grip surfaces. Unlike some frogs, they do not have webbing between their fingers or toes. Their skin feels smooth. The top part of their body is dark brown. They also have two eye-like spots, and other markings are not very clear. Their underside is a dull gray-brown with some light gray spots.
Where does the Kopstein's Frog live?
The Kopstein's frog is an endemic species. This means it lives naturally in only one specific place in the world. For this frog, that place is Sanana Island, which is part of Indonesia.
Scientists believe this frog lives in lowland forests. These are forests found in lower areas, not high up in mountains.
How do Kopstein's Frogs grow?
Most frogs lay eggs that hatch into tadpoles, which then change into adult frogs. However, the Kopstein's frog is thought to have "direct development." This means their eggs likely hatch directly into tiny froglets, skipping the tadpole stage entirely.
Is the Kopstein's Frog in danger?
The Kopstein's frog was first found in 1924. Since then, no one has reported seeing it again. This makes it hard for scientists to know how many are left.
Sanana Island has a lot of logging, which means trees are being cut down. This logging destroys the forest where these frogs might live. Because of this habitat loss, the Kopstein's frog is likely in danger. However, more research is needed to understand its current situation.
