Chinamococh stream frog facts for kids
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The Chinamococh stream frog (Quilticohyla sanctaecrucis) is a small frog that belongs to the Hylidae family, also known as tree frogs. This special frog lives only in one country: Guatemala. When an animal or plant lives only in one specific place, it is called endemic.
These frogs make their homes in warm, wet forests and near rivers in lowland areas. Sadly, the Chinamococh stream frog is in danger. Its biggest threat is habitat loss, which means the places where it lives are disappearing.
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Meet the Chinamococh Stream Frog!
What Does It Look Like?
The Chinamococh stream frog is a type of frog that lives near streams. It has a scientific name, Quilticohyla sanctaecrucis, which helps scientists around the world know exactly which frog they are talking about. This frog was first described by scientists Jonathan A. Campbell and Smith in 1992.
Where Does It Live?
This unique frog is found only in certain parts of Guatemala. It prefers areas with lots of moisture, like subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. These forests are usually warm and get a lot of rain. The frogs also need clean rivers and streams to live and lay their eggs. They depend on these specific environments to survive.
Why Is This Frog in Danger?
Losing Its Home
The main reason the Chinamococh stream frog is threatened is habitat loss. This means that the natural places where these frogs live are being destroyed or changed. For example, forests might be cut down for farming, building, or other human activities. When their homes disappear, these frogs have nowhere to go.
Other Threats
Besides losing their habitat, frogs can also be affected by other things. Pollution in rivers and streams can harm them. Changes in the climate can also make their homes too dry or too hot. Because the Chinamococh stream frog lives only in Guatemala and needs specific conditions, it is very sensitive to these changes. Scientists are working to understand how to protect these special frogs and their homes.
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See also
- In Spanish: Ptychohyla sanctaecrucis para niños
