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Ranoidea elkeae is a special kind of tree frog that lives in Indonesia. Scientists first found this frog near a place called the Kalibum River. It's a small creature that spends its life in trees, just like other tree frogs.


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Ranoidea elkeae
Conservation status
Scientific classification
Genus:
Ranoidea (genus)
Species:
elkeae
Synonyms
  • Litoria elkeae Günther and Richards, 2000
  • Litoria elkae Menzies, 2006
  • Dryopsophus elkeae Duellman, Marion, and Hedges, 2016
  • Ranoidea elkeae Dubois and Frétey, 2016

Discovering Ranoidea elkeae

This unique frog was officially named by scientists Günther and Richards in the year 2000. They gave it the scientific name Ranoidea elkeae. This name helps scientists all over the world know exactly which frog they are talking about.

Where Ranoidea elkeae Lives

Ranoidea elkeae is found in the country of Indonesia. Specifically, it was seen near the Kalibum River. This area is likely a tropical place with lots of trees and water, which is perfect for a tree frog. Tree frogs often live in forests where they can climb and hide among the leaves.


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