Kingdom Animalia Order Anura Genus Odontophrynus Higher classification Odontophrynus | Phylum Chordata Family Odontophrynidae Scientific name Odontophrynus achalensis Rank Species | |
Similar Odontophrynus, Amphibians, Frog, Rhinella achalensis, Odontophrynus cultripes | ||
Odontophrynus achalensis (common name: Cordoba escuercito) is a species of frog in the family Odontophrynidae. It is endemic to central Argentina and known from the Pampa de Achala and Sierra de Comechingones, Córdoba Province. Its natural habitats are montane grasslands and rocky outcrops therein. Breeding takes place in permanent streams. This rare species is threatened by habitat fragmentation and possibly fires.
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