Loja water frog

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Amphibia (Amphibien)

Order

Anura (Froschlurche)

Family

Telmatobiidae

Genus

Telmatobius

Species

Telmatobius cirrhacelis (Loja water frog)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Uco de Loja

Similar Species in Telmatobius

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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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Lake Titicaca Frog

Telmatobius culeus

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Loja water frog?

The scientific name of Loja water frog is Telmatobius cirrhacelis. It belongs to the genus Telmatobius.

What is the conservation status of Loja water frog?

Loja water frog (Telmatobius cirrhacelis) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Loja water frog belong to?

Loja water frog (Telmatobius cirrhacelis) belongs to the genus Telmatobius, which is part of the taxonomic family Telmatobiidae.

Is Loja water frog endangered?

Yes, Loja water frog (Telmatobius cirrhacelis) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Loja water frog belong to?

Loja water frog (Telmatobius cirrhacelis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Loja water frog?

The closest relatives of Loja water frog in the genus Telmatobius include Junín Riparian Frog, Chili River Water Frog, Black water frog, Lake Titicaca Frog.