Criolla Frog (Leptodactylus ocellatus) — Vulnerable Amphibia

Criolla Frog

Leptodactylus ocellatus

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Amphibia · Anura · Hylidae

About

Leptodactylus latrans is a species of frog in the family Leptodactylidae. It is native to much of South America east of the Andes, and Trinidad and Tobago. It has many common names, including rana criolla, sapo-rana llanero, butter frog, argus frog, and lesser foam frog.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in a variety of habitat types, including swamps, savannah, grasslands, and tropical forest ecosystems.

Diet

Eat the eggs, for example birds.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Habitat Degradation
  • Overexploitation
  • Invasive Species
  • Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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