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Argentinean Horned Frog

Ceratophrys ornata

Near Threatened

About

The Argentinean Horned Frog (Ceratophrys ornata) is a species in the genus Ceratophrys. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Ecuador and Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Species

Ceratophrys ornata (Argentinean Horned Frog)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Escuerzo

Portuguese Intanha

Similar Species in Ceratophrys

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Amazonian horned frog

Ceratophrys stolzmanni

Vulnerable

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Venezuelan Horned Frog

Ceratophrys calcarata

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Argentinean Horned Frog?

The scientific name of Argentinean Horned Frog is Ceratophrys ornata. It belongs to the genus Ceratophrys.

What is the conservation status of Argentinean Horned Frog?

Argentinean Horned Frog (Ceratophrys ornata) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Argentinean Horned Frog live?

Argentinean Horned Frog is found in Distributed across Ecuador and Norway. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Ecuador, Norway.

What family does Argentinean Horned Frog belong to?

Argentinean Horned Frog (Ceratophrys ornata) belongs to the genus Ceratophrys, which is part of the taxonomic family Ceratophryidae.

What kingdom does Argentinean Horned Frog belong to?

Argentinean Horned Frog (Ceratophrys ornata) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Argentinean Horned Frog?

The closest relatives of Argentinean Horned Frog in the genus Ceratophrys include Amazonian horned frog, Escuerzo, Venezuelan Horned Frog.