Eleutherodactylus haitianus facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Eleutherodactylus haitianus |
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Eleutherodactylus intermedius Cochran, 1941 |
The Eleutherodactylus haitianus is a special kind of frog that lives only in the Dominican Republic. It's part of a big family of frogs called Eleutherodactylidae. This frog is quite unique because it's found only in one specific place: the Cordillera Central mountain range.
These frogs live high up in the mountains, usually between 1,545 and 2,455 meters (about 5,000 to 8,000 feet) above sea level. Their favorite home is in pine forests that grow at these high elevations. Even though you can find them in some areas, they are not spread out everywhere.
Sadly, the Eleutherodactylus haitianus is an endangered animal. This means it's at risk of disappearing forever. The biggest problems for these frogs are habitat loss and disturbance from people.
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Where This Frog Lives
This special frog is found only in the Cordillera Central mountains. This mountain range is located in the Dominican Republic, a country in the Caribbean. The frogs like to live in places that are very high up, where the air is cooler and there are lots of pine trees.
Its Mountain Home
The Eleutherodactylus haitianus prefers to live in pine forests. These forests are its natural habitat, which is like its home in nature. The specific height range where they live, from 1,545 to 2,455 meters, means they are true mountain dwellers.
Why This Frog Needs Our Help
The Eleutherodactylus haitianus is facing some serious challenges that threaten its survival. It is listed as "Endangered" by the IUCN. This means there's a high risk that this frog could become extinct in the wild.
Threats to Its Habitat
One of the main reasons this frog is in danger is habitat loss. This happens when the places where animals live are destroyed or changed. For the Eleutherodactylus haitianus, its pine forest home is being lost because of:
- Agriculture: People are clearing forests to create farms and grow crops. This takes away the frogs' homes.
- Ecotourism: While visiting nature can be good, too many people or uncontrolled tourism can disturb the frogs and their environment. This can make it harder for them to find food, reproduce, or simply live peacefully.
It's important to protect these unique frogs and their mountain homes so they can continue to thrive for many years to come.
See also
In Spanish: Eleutherodactylus haitianus para niños
