La Selle red-legged frog facts for kids
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The La Selle red-legged frog or Furcy robber frog (Eleutherodactylus furcyensis) is a special type of frog. It belongs to a group of frogs called Eleutherodactylidae. This frog lives only in the southern part of an island called Hispaniola. This island is shared by two countries: Haiti and the Dominican Republic.
Meet the La Selle Red-Legged Frog
This unique frog is known for its reddish legs. It is also called the Furcy robber frog. Scientists first described this species in 1963. It was named by Benjamin Shreve and Williams.
Where This Frog Lives
The La Selle red-legged frog is endemic to Hispaniola. This means it lives naturally only in this area. You can find it in the Massif de la Selle mountains in Haiti. It also lives in the western Baoruco Mountain Range in the Dominican Republic.
Its natural habitat is high-up pine forests. These forests are often damp and cool. The frog usually hides under rocks and logs. This helps it stay safe and moist.
Why This Frog Needs Help
Sadly, the La Selle red-legged frog is in danger. Its biggest threat is habitat loss. This happens when its forest home is destroyed. People cut down trees for wood, which is called logging. They also clear land to grow crops, which is agriculture.
Even in places that are supposed to be protected, its habitat is still disappearing. This makes it very hard for the frog to survive. Scientists and conservationists are working to protect these special frogs. They hope to save their homes and help them thrive.
See also
In Spanish: Eleutherodactylus furcyensis para niños
