Andean Poison Frog vs Beach Pea
Andinobates opisthomelas compared with Lathyrus japonicus
Key Differences
- Andean Poison Frog is Vulnerable while Beach Pea is Extinct.
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Andean Poison Frog | Beach Pea |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Animalia (Animals) | Plantae (Plants) |
| Phylum | Chordata (Chordates) | Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants) |
| Class | Amphibia (Amphibians) | Magnoliopsida (Dicots) |
| Order | Anura (Frogs & Toads) | Fabales (Legumes & Allies) |
| Family | Dendrobatidae (Poison Dart Frogs) | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Andinobates | Lathyrus |
| Species | Andinobates opisthomelas | Lathyrus japonicus |
Conservation Status
Andean Poison Frog
VU — VulnerableBeach Pea
EX — ExtinctPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | Andean Poison Frog | Beach Pea |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Andean Poison Frog
Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.
Found in Colombia. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.
Beach Pea
Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.
Found across Europe (7 countries) and North America (Canada, United States).
Andean Poison Frog
The Andean Poison Frog (Andinobates opisthomelas) is a species in the genus Andinobates. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.
Beach Pea
The Beach Pea (Lathyrus japonicus) is a species in the genus Lathyrus. It is currently classified as Extinct on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.
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