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Ranita del Teleférico

Pristimantis telefericus

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Amphibia (Amphibians)

Order

Anura (Frogs & Toads)

Species

Pristimantis telefericus (Ranita del Teleférico)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Ranita del Teleférico

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ranita del Teleférico?

The scientific name of Ranita del Teleférico is Pristimantis telefericus. It belongs to the genus Pristimantis.

What is the conservation status of Ranita del Teleférico?

Ranita del Teleférico (Pristimantis telefericus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Ranita del Teleférico live?

Ranita del Teleférico is found in Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Venezuela.

What family does Ranita del Teleférico belong to?

Ranita del Teleférico (Pristimantis telefericus) belongs to the genus Pristimantis, which is part of the taxonomic family Craugastoridae.

Is Ranita del Teleférico endangered?

Yes, Ranita del Teleférico (Pristimantis telefericus) 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 Ranita del Teleférico belong to?

Ranita del Teleférico (Pristimantis telefericus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Ranita del Teleférico?

The closest relatives of Ranita del Teleférico in the genus Pristimantis include Cutín de Bromelias, Cutín de Chiriboga, Cutín de El Pahuma, Cutín de Espada, Cutín de Espolones.