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Merida Treefrog

Dendropsophus meridensis

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Tier)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordatiere)
Class
Amphibia (Amphibien)
Order
Anura (Froschlurche)
Family
Hylidae
Genus
Dendropsophus
Species
Dendropsophus meridensis (Merida Treefrog)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Ranita Merideña

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Boulenger´s Amazon Frog
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Hourglass treefrog
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Lesser Treefrog
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Rio Tuquesa Treefrog
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Data Deficient
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Merida Treefrog?
The scientific name of Merida Treefrog is Dendropsophus meridensis. It belongs to the genus Dendropsophus.
What is the conservation status of Merida Treefrog?
Merida Treefrog (Dendropsophus meridensis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Merida Treefrog live?
Merida Treefrog is found in Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Venezuela.
What family does Merida Treefrog belong to?
Merida Treefrog (Dendropsophus meridensis) belongs to the genus Dendropsophus, which is part of the taxonomic family Hylidae.
Is Merida Treefrog endangered?
Yes, Merida Treefrog (Dendropsophus meridensis) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Merida Treefrog belong to?
Merida Treefrog (Dendropsophus meridensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Merida Treefrog?
The closest relatives of Merida Treefrog in the genus Dendropsophus include Battersby's Treefrog, Boettger's Colombian Treefrog, Bokermann's Tarauaca Treefrog, Boulenger´s Amazon Frog, Hourglass treefrog.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Dendropsophus — 20 Species

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Battersby's Treefrog
Dendropsophus battersbyi
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Boettger's Colombian Treefrog
Dendropsophus columbianus
LC 🐾
Bokermann's Tarauaca Treefrog
Dendropsophus bokermanni
LC 🐾
Boulenger´s Amazon Frog
Dendropsophus parviceps
LC 🐾
Hourglass treefrog
Dendropsophus ebraccatus
LC 🐾
Lesser Treefrog
Dendropsophus minutus
LC 🐾
Rio Tuquesa Treefrog
Dendropsophus subocularis
LC 🐾
Mertens' Yellow Treefrog
Dendropsophus robertmertensi
LC 🐾
Mathiasson's Treefrog
Dendropsophus mathiassoni
LC 🐾
North Andean Treefrog
Dendropsophus norandinus
LC 🐾
San Carlos Treefrog
Dendropsophus phlebodes
LC
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Merida Treefrog
Dendropsophus meridensis
EN
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Hosteria de La Selva Treefrog
Dendropsophus miyatai
LC 🐾
Mottled Clown Treefrog
Dendropsophus sarayacuensis
LC 🐾
Interior Treefrog
Dendropsophus melanargyreus
LC 🐾
Red-Striped Treefrog
Dendropsophus rhodopeplus
LC 🐾
Two-Lined Treefrog
Dendropsophus bifurcus
LC 🐾
Vraem' Treefrog
Dendropsophus vraemi
LC 🐾
Taylor's Yellow Treefrog
Dendropsophus sartori
LC 🐾
Sierra de Aroa Treefrog
Dendropsophus yaracuyanus
EN
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