Canelos treefrog facts for kids
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The Tepuihyla tuberculosa, also known as the Canelos treefrog, is a type of frog that belongs to the Hylidae family. This small frog lives in the upper Amazon Basin, which is a huge area of rainforest in South America. You can find it in parts of western Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
This treefrog is quite rare. It lives high up in the trees, in the very top layer of the forest called the canopy. It prefers to live in primary forest, which means old, untouched forests that haven't been cut down or changed by people. Scientists don't know much about its daily life or habits yet, as it's hard to study frogs living so high up!
Meet the Canelos Treefrog
The Canelos treefrog is a fascinating creature, even though much about it remains a mystery. It was first described by a scientist named George Albert Boulenger in 1882. This means it has been known to science for over a hundred years.
Where Does It Live?
This special frog calls the Amazon Basin home. This huge area covers many countries in South America. The Canelos treefrog is found in the western parts of this basin. Specifically, it lives in:
- Brazil
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Peru
Its Forest Home
The Canelos treefrog lives in a very specific part of the forest. It is a "canopy species." The canopy is like the roof of the forest, made up of the branches and leaves of the tallest trees. This is where many animals live, far above the forest floor.
It also lives in "primary forest." This means it needs very old forests that have not been disturbed by humans. These forests are full of tall trees and a rich variety of plants and animals. They are important habitats for many species, including the Canelos treefrog.
Why Is It Special?
The Canelos treefrog is considered a rare species. This means there are not many of them, and they are not often seen. Because it lives so high in the canopy and in untouched forests, it's very hard for scientists to study. We still have a lot to learn about:
- What it eats
- How it reproduces
- Its exact habitat needs
Learning more about this frog can help us understand how to protect its unique forest home.
See also
- In Spanish: Tepuihyla tuberculosa para niños
