Lysapsus limellum facts for kids
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Lysapsus limellus Cope, 1862 |
The Uruguay harlequin frog, also known by its scientific name Lysapsus limellum, is a small frog that belongs to the Hylidae family. This family is often called the "tree frog family," even though not all of its members live in trees. This special frog can be found in several countries in South America, including northern Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay.
About the Uruguay Harlequin Frog
The Uruguay harlequin frog was first described by a scientist named Edward Drinker Cope in 1862. It's a type of frog that loves wet places. It spends its life in areas that are often flooded or very damp.
Where it Lives
This frog's natural habitat includes many different kinds of wet environments. You can find it in moist savannas, which are grasslands with scattered trees. It also lives in subtropical or tropical grasslands that get wet or flooded during certain seasons.
Other places where the Uruguay harlequin frog thrives are along rivers, in swamps, and near freshwater lakes and marshes. It can even be found in pastureland, which is land used for grazing animals, as long as it's wet enough. These wet areas are very important for the frog to live, find food, and lay its eggs.
Its Conservation Status
The Uruguay harlequin frog is currently listed as a species of "Least Concern" by the IUCN. This means that, for now, its population is stable and it is not considered to be in danger of extinction.
However, like many animals, it can be affected by habitat loss. This happens when the wet grasslands, swamps, and other places where it lives are destroyed or changed by human activities. Protecting these important wet habitats helps ensure that the Uruguay harlequin frog continues to thrive in its natural home.
