Litoria chrisdahli facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Litoria chrisdahli |
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Litoria
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chrisdahli
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The Litoria chrisdahli is a special kind of frog that lives in Papua New Guinea, a country in Oceania. This unique frog can be found in the Sepik Basin, which is a large river system area.
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What Makes This Frog Special?
This frog has a very interesting feature: a small, pointy spike right on the end of its nose! This makes it stand out from other frogs.
Family Connections
Scientists have studied Litoria chrisdahli and found that it is related to two other frog species: the Litoria prora and Litoria humboldtorum. However, Litoria chrisdahli is smaller than its relatives. It also has smaller flaps of skin on its legs. Another big difference is its call. When Litoria chrisdahli calls out, it sounds different from its close family members.
Where Does It Live?
This frog makes its home in the Sepik Basin, a large area in Papua New Guinea. This region is known for its rich rainforests and many rivers, which are perfect places for frogs to live.
What Does "Data Deficient" Mean?
In the infobox above, you might see "status = DD". This means "Data Deficient." It's a way for scientists to say that they don't have enough information yet to know if this frog is safe or if it's in danger of disappearing. More research is needed to understand how many Litoria chrisdahli frogs there are and what threats they might face.
