Phrynopus bracki facts for kids
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Phrynopus bracki is a special kind of frog that lives only in Peru. It belongs to a group of frogs called Strabomantidae. This frog is found only in one place: the Cordillera Yanachaga in the Pasco Region of Peru. It is named after Antonio Brack Egg, a famous Peruvian expert who helped create the Yanachaga–Chemillén National Park. Because of this, it's also known as Brack's Andes frog.
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What Does Brack's Andes Frog Look Like?
Scientists have studied a few adult frogs to learn about them. Adult male frogs are quite small, measuring about 15.7–16.2 mm (0.62–0.64 in) from their nose to their rear end. Female frogs are a bit larger, about 19.8 mm (0.78 in) long.
Body Features
This frog has a short head that is narrower than its body. Its snout, or nose area, is rounded. The skin on its back is bumpy, especially on the males.
Color and Sounds
Brack's Andes frog is usually very dark, almost black or dark brown. It might have a few faint lighter brown spots. Male frogs make a special call to attract mates. Their call has two notes and sounds like it's coming from about 2500 Hz.
Where Does Brack's Andes Frog Live?
This frog lives high up in the mountains, in what are called cloud and elfin forests. These forests are found at elevations of 2,300–2,700 m (7,500–8,900 ft) above sea level. It spends all its time on the ground.
Its Home in the Forest
Male frogs have been found hiding inside curled-up dead leaves on the forest floor. Scientists could find them by listening for their calls. Female frogs were found in the leaf litter, which is the layer of fallen leaves and twigs on the ground.
Protecting Brack's Andes Frog
The biggest threat to this frog is that its home is disappearing. This happens when forests are cut down or changed. However, most of the areas where this frog lives are protected. They are part of the Yanachaga–Chemillén National Park. This park helps keep the frog's natural home safe.
