Eleutherodactylus tonyi facts for kids
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Meet the Tony's Robber Frog! Its scientific name is Eleutherodactylus tonyi. This special frog lives only in Cuba. It was first described by scientists in 1997.
About the Tony's Robber Frog
The Tony's Robber Frog is a type of frog. It belongs to a family of frogs called Eleutherodactylidae. These frogs are sometimes called "robber frogs." This species is endemic to Cuba. This means you can only find it living naturally in Cuba. It does not live anywhere else in the world.
Where the Tony's Robber Frog Lives
The Tony's Robber Frog loves warm, wet places. Its natural habitats include subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests. It also likes to live in rocky areas. Sometimes, you can even find these frogs inside caves. These places provide the perfect environment for them to live and find food.
Why the Tony's Robber Frog is in Danger
Sadly, the Tony's Robber Frog is a critically endangered species. This means it is at a very high risk of disappearing forever. The biggest threat to this frog is habitat loss. People are changing or destroying the places where these frogs live. This can happen when forests are cut down. It also happens when land is used for building or farming. Losing their homes makes it very hard for these frogs to survive.
