Spix's horned treefrog facts for kids
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Rana scutata Spix, 1824 |
Hemiphractus scutatus, also known as Spix's horned treefrog, is a species of frog in the family Hemiphractidae. It is found in the upper Amazon basin in Bolivia, western Brazil, Peru, Ecuador, and southern Colombia.
Its natural habitat is tropical moist lowland forest. It is a cryptic species. Although no significant threats have been found, habitat loss may locally affect it. There are several protected areas within its range.
See also
In Spanish: Rana de cabeza triangular cornuda incubadora para niños
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