Leptodactylus facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Leptodactylus |
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| Leptodactylus albilabris | |
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Amphibia |
| Order: | Anura |
| Family: | Leptodactylidae |
| Subfamily: | Leptodactylinae |
| Genus: | Leptodactylus Fitzinger, 1826 |
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Leptodactylus is a genus (a group) of leptodactylid frogs. People often call these frogs ditch frogs or white-lipped frogs. They look a lot like their close relatives in the Physalaemus genus. In fact, one species, Leptodactylus lauramiriamae, shows features of both groups.
The name Leptodactylus comes from ancient Greek words. Leptos means 'thin' or 'delicate'. Daktylos means 'finger' or 'toe'. So, the name means 'slender finger' or 'thin toe'. This describes how these frogs look.
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What Are Leptodactylus Frogs?
These frogs are found in many parts of the Americas. They live in Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. You can find them in different habitats. Some live near water, like ditches, while others prefer forests.
How Many Species Are There?
There are many different kinds of Leptodactylus frogs. Scientists have identified about 84 species in this group! Each species has its own unique features and habits.
Notable Leptodactylus Species
Some species are quite famous. For example, the Leptodactylus fallax is known as the giant ditch frog or "mountain chicken." It's one of the largest frogs in the Caribbean. Another well-known species is the smoky jungle frog (Leptodactylus pentadactylus). These frogs are known for their loud calls.
Images for kids
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The Smoky jungle frog, Leptodactylus pentadactylus
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A Leptodactylus spixi frog
See also
In Spanish: Leptodactylus para niños
