Craugastor daryi facts for kids
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The Craugastor daryi is a special kind of frog that belongs to the Craugastoridae family. It's sometimes called Daryi's Robber Frog. This small frog is quite unique because it lives only in one country: Guatemala in Central America.
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About the Daryi's Robber Frog
This frog was first described by scientists in 1984. It's known for living in very specific places. Like all frogs, it's an amphibian, meaning it can live both on land and in water.
Where the Daryi's Robber Frog Lives
The Daryi's Robber Frog loves wet, cool places high up in the mountains. Its natural habitats include:
- Moist montane forests: These are forests found in mountainous areas that get a lot of rain or mist.
- Rivers: It lives near rivers where the water flows.
- Intermittent rivers: These are rivers that sometimes dry up during certain parts of the year.
These specific environments are very important for the frog's survival.
Why the Daryi's Robber Frog is in Danger
Sadly, the Daryi's Robber Frog is considered an endangered species. The biggest threat to its survival is habitat loss. This means that the places where it lives are disappearing.
- Forests are being cut down for farming or building.
- Rivers are changing due to human activities.
When their homes are destroyed, these frogs have nowhere to live, find food, or lay their eggs. Scientists and conservation groups are working to protect these special frogs and their habitats.
See also
- Craugastor daryi para niños (in Spanish)
