Kingdom Animalia Order Anura Genus Incilius Higher classification Cranopsis | Phylum Chordata Family Bufonidae Scientific name Cranopsis aucoinae Rank Species | |
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Similar Incilius melanochlorus, Incilius coniferus, Incilius coccifer, Incilius luetkenii, Rhaebo haematiticus | ||
Incilius aucoinae forest toad
Incilius aucoinae is a species of toad in the family Bufonidae. It is found in southwestern Costa Rica and adjacent western Panama. Before its description in 2004, it was confused with Incilius melanochlorus.
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Etymology
The specific name aucoinae honors Lisa Aucoin (1971–2001), a herpetologist who died in a car accident shortly after returning from a trip to Costa Rica.
Habitat and conservation
It is a very abundant species living in forested habitats, from tree plantations to primary forests. Reproduction takes place in broad, low-gradient streams and rivers during the dry season. There are no important threats to this adaptable species; it also occurs in several protected areas.
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