Andean Pericote vs Polymorphic Robber Frog

Phyllotis andium compared with Craugastor rhodopis

Taxonomic Classification

Rank Andean Pericote Polymorphic Robber Frog
Kingdom same Animalia (Animals) Animalia (Animals)
Phylum same Chordata (Chordates) Chordata (Chordates)
Class Mammalia (Mammals) Amphibia (Amphibians)
Order Rodentia (Rodents) Anura (Frogs & Toads)
Family Cricetidae Craugastoridae
Genus Phyllotis Craugastor
Species Phyllotis andium Craugastor rhodopis

Evolutionary Relationship

Andean Pericote and Polymorphic Robber Frog share a common ancestor at the Phylum level: Chordata. (Chordates)

Conservation Status

Andean Pericote

LC — Least Concern

Polymorphic Robber Frog

LC — Least Concern

Physical Characteristics

Attribute Andean Pericote Polymorphic Robber Frog
Diet
Average Lifespan
Average Length
Average Weight

Habitat & Geographic Range

Andean Pericote

Habitat

Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Range

Found in Ecuador.

Polymorphic Robber Frog

Habitat

Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.

Range

Found in Mexico.

Andean Pericote

The Andean Pericote (Phyllotis andium) is a species in the genus Phyllotis. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Polymorphic Robber Frog

No description available.

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