Craugastor laevissimus facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Craugastor laevissimus |
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Scientific classification  |
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Amphibia |
| Order: | Anura |
| Family: | Craugastoridae |
| Genus: | Craugastor |
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C. laevissimus
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| Craugastor laevissimus (Werner, 1896)
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The Craugastor laevissimus is a type of frog that lives in the wet forests of Honduras and Nicaragua. This frog belongs to a group of frogs called Craugastoridae. It likes to live near streams and small rivers.
These frogs can be found in wet forests in low areas and on mountainsides. They can even live in forests that have been changed by people, or in new forests that are growing back.
About the Craugastor laevissimus Frog
The Craugastor laevissimus frog was once very common. However, its numbers have gone down over time. Scientists are still working to understand why this is happening.
Why Are These Frogs Disappearing?
There are a few possible reasons why the Craugastor laevissimus frog population has shrunk:
- Habitat loss: This means that the places where the frogs live are being destroyed or changed. For example, forests might be cut down for farming or building.
- Chytridiomycosis: This is a serious disease that affects many types of frogs and other amphibians around the world. It is caused by a type of fungus.
- Pollution: Harmful chemicals or waste in the environment can also make frogs sick or harm their homes.
Scientists are working hard to learn more about these frogs and how to protect them.
See also
In Spanish: Craugastor laevissimus para niños
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