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Blyth’s River Frog/Giant Asian River Frog/Giant Frog

Limnonectes blythii

Near Threatened

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The Blyth’s River Frog/Giant Asian River Frog/Giant Frog (Limnonectes blythii) is a species in the genus Limnonectes. It is currently classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Species

Limnonectes blythii (Blyth’s River Frog/Giant Asian River Frog/Giant Frog)

Names in Other Languages

Indonesian Bangkong Raksasa

Similar Species in Limnonectes

Fujian Large-headed Frog

Limnonectes fujianensis

Least Concern

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Lesser Swamp Frog

Limnonectes paramacrodon

Near Threatened

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Kenepai Wart Frog

Limnonectes kenepaiensis

Limnonectes microdiscus

Least Concern

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Shompen Frog

Limnonectes shompenorum

Least Concern

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Giant River Frog

Limnonectes leporinus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blyth’s River Frog/Giant Asian River Frog/Giant Frog?

The scientific name of Blyth’s River Frog/Giant Asian River Frog/Giant Frog is Limnonectes blythii. It belongs to the genus Limnonectes.

What is the conservation status of Blyth’s River Frog/Giant Asian River Frog/Giant Frog?

Blyth’s River Frog/Giant Asian River Frog/Giant Frog (Limnonectes blythii) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Blyth’s River Frog/Giant Asian River Frog/Giant Frog belong to?

Blyth’s River Frog/Giant Asian River Frog/Giant Frog (Limnonectes blythii) belongs to the genus Limnonectes, which is part of the taxonomic family Dicroglossidae.

What kingdom does Blyth’s River Frog/Giant Asian River Frog/Giant Frog belong to?

Blyth’s River Frog/Giant Asian River Frog/Giant Frog (Limnonectes blythii) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).

What are the closest relatives of Blyth’s River Frog/Giant Asian River Frog/Giant Frog?

The closest relatives of Blyth’s River Frog/Giant Asian River Frog/Giant Frog in the genus Limnonectes include Namie Gaeru, Giant River Frog, Fujian Large-headed Frog, Shompen Frog, Kenepai Wart Frog.