Order Anura Higher classification Rana | Phylum Chordata Family Ranidae Scientific name Rana zweifeli Rank Species | |
Similar Sierra Madre frog, Puebla frog, Frog, Showy leopard frog, Amphibians | ||
Zweifel's frog, Lithobates zweifeli, is an amphibian species endemic to Mexico. It is a member of the true frog family, Ranidae.
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Etymology
The specific name, zweifeli, honors American herpetologist Richard G. Zweifel.
Habitat
The frog's natural habitats are tropical seasonal forests at low elevations. It is found near water, for example streams, rivers and permanent and temporary ponds, its breeding habitat.
Conservation status
It is not considered threatened by the IUCN, although disturbance and desiccation of the water systems remains a threat.
References
Zweifel's frog Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA