Gastrotheca griswoldi facts for kids
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Gastrotheca griswoldi is a special type of frog. It belongs to the Hemiphractidae family. This frog lives only in central Peru, which means it is endemic to that area.
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Where Griswold's Marsupial Frog Lives
This frog, G. griswoldi, can be found in a few specific areas of Peru. These include the Huánuco Region, Junín Region, and Pasco Region.
How This Frog Got Its Name
The name griswoldi was given to this frog to honor someone special. It is named after John Augustus Griswold Jr. He was an American expert who studied birds and raised them.
What People Call This Frog
The common name for G. griswoldi is Griswold's marsupial frog. It's called a "marsupial frog" because of how it carries its young.
Where Griswold's Marsupial Frog Lives
The natural homes for G. griswoldi are dry puna grasslands. These are grassy areas found in high mountains. The frogs also live in farm fields that people have traditionally used for growing crops. They live at very high elevations, from about 3,000 to 4,020 meters (9,800 to 13,200 feet) above sea level.
How Safe Is This Frog?
G. griswoldi is a fairly common frog. It does not seem to be facing any big dangers right now. This means its population is stable and healthy.
See also
In Spanish: Gastrotheca griswoldi para niños
