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Lake Titicaca Frog

Telmatobius culeus

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇪🇨 Ecuador

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Tier)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordatiere)
Class
Amphibia (Amphibien)
Order
Anura (Froschlurche)
Family
Telmatobiidae
Genus
Telmatobius
Species
Telmatobius culeus (Lake Titicaca Frog)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Rana Gigante del Lago Titicaca

Similar Species in Telmatobius

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Loja water frog
Telmatobius cirrhacelis
Critically Endangered
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Junín Riparian Frog
Telmatobius brachydactylus
Endangered
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Chili River Water Frog
Telmatobius arequipensis
Near Threatened
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Black water frog
Telmatobius niger
Critically Endangered
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Lake Titicaca Frog?
The scientific name of Lake Titicaca Frog is Telmatobius culeus. It belongs to the genus Telmatobius.
What is the conservation status of Lake Titicaca Frog?
Lake Titicaca Frog (Telmatobius culeus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Lake Titicaca Frog live?
Lake Titicaca Frog is found in Found in Ecuador. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Ecuador.
What family does Lake Titicaca Frog belong to?
Lake Titicaca Frog (Telmatobius culeus) belongs to the genus Telmatobius, which is part of the taxonomic family Telmatobiidae.
Is Lake Titicaca Frog endangered?
Yes, Lake Titicaca Frog (Telmatobius culeus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Lake Titicaca Frog belong to?
Lake Titicaca Frog (Telmatobius culeus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Lake Titicaca Frog?
The closest relatives of Lake Titicaca Frog in the genus Telmatobius include Loja water frog, Junín Riparian Frog, Chili River Water Frog, Black water frog.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Telmatobius — 5 Species

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Loja water frog
Telmatobius cirrhacelis
CR 🐾
Junín Riparian Frog
Telmatobius brachydactylus
EN 🐾
Chili River Water Frog
Telmatobius arequipensis
NT 🐾
Black water frog
Telmatobius niger
CR
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Lake Titicaca Frog
Telmatobius culeus
EN
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