Almirante Trail toad facts for kids
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Bufo peripatetes Savage, 1972 |
The Almirante Trail toad (Incilius peripatetes) is a special kind of toad. It lives only in Panama, a country in Central America. Scientists have found it only in one small area. This area is near Boquete, Chiriquí, in western Panama. Another toad once thought to be this species is now called Incilius majordomus.
What's in a Name?
The scientific name peripatetes comes from the Greek language. It means "one who walks." This name honors Charles F. Walker. He was a student who studied reptiles and amphibians.
What Does It Look Like?
The Almirante Trail toad is a medium-sized toad. An adult male can be about 70 millimeters (about 2.7 inches) long. Its back is usually light brown or gray. The skin on its back is rough, but it doesn't have big warts.
It has strong ridges on its head. The glands behind its eyes are a bit small. Its belly is light brown. The back of its legs and groin are dark brown or black. It might have some light spots in the groin area. Its fingers and toes have fleshy webbing. Male toads of this species do not have a vocal sac.
Where Does It Live and Is It Safe?
This toad lives on land in wet forests. It is found in mountains about 1500 meters (4,900 feet) above sea level. Scientists don't know much about this toad.
It is likely in danger from a serious frog disease. This disease is called chytridiomycosis. Its home is also being destroyed by people. Because of these threats, it is a critically endangered species. This means its population is expected to drop a lot very soon.
See also
In Spanish: Incilius peripatetes para niños
