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Pristimantis acuminatus
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Conservation status
Scientific classification
Synonyms
  • Eleutherodactylus acuminatus Shreve, 1935

The Pristimantis acuminatus is a type of frog that belongs to the Strabomantidae family. These frogs live in the amazing Amazon rainforest. You can find them in parts of Ecuador, northern Peru, and nearby areas of Colombia and Brazil. They prefer the low-lying parts of the Amazon rainforest. They also live on the lower slopes of the Andes mountains.

Where These Frogs Live

This frog species is found in the Amazon rainforest. It lives in warm, wet lowland areas. You can also find them on the lower parts of the Andes mountain range. Sometimes, they even live in areas where people grow crops. This shows they can adapt to different places.

Daily Life of the Pristimantis acuminatus

These frogs are mostly active at night. When it's dark, you might see them perched on leaves. They like to sit high up, about 10 to 15 meters (33 to 49 feet) above the ground. During the day, they find cozy spots to rest. They often hide inside bromeliad plants. Bromeliads are plants that grow on trees and collect water. The frogs might also sleep on the underside of leaves. This helps them stay hidden and safe.

Conservation Status

The Pristimantis acuminatus is a widespread species. This means there are many of them across a large area. Scientists do not consider this frog to be threatened. Its population is stable, which is good news for this rainforest dweller.

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