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Dusky Chirping Frog

Eleutherodactylus maurus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇲🇽 Mexico

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (Animals)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordates)
Class
Amphibia (Amphibians)
Order
Anura (Frogs & Toads)
Family
Eleutherodactylidae
Genus
Eleutherodactylus
Species
Eleutherodactylus maurus (Dusky Chirping Frog)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Rana-fisgona Café

Similar Species in Eleutherodactylus

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Antillean Coqui
Eleutherodactylus antillensis
Least Concern
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Baoruco Hammer Frog
Eleutherodactylus armstrongi
Endangered
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Barahona Rock Frog
Eleutherodactylus alcoae
Least Concern
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Blunt-toed Chirping Frog
Eleutherodactylus modestus
Least Concern
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Burrowing Coqui
Eleutherodactylus unicolor
Critically Endangered
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Cliff Chirping Frog
Eleutherodactylus marnockii
Least Concern
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Coastal Red-rumped Frog
Eleutherodactylus paralius
Near Threatened
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Colima Peeping Frog
Eleutherodactylus colimotl
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dusky Chirping Frog?
The scientific name of Dusky Chirping Frog is Eleutherodactylus maurus. It belongs to the genus Eleutherodactylus.
What is the conservation status of Dusky Chirping Frog?
Dusky Chirping Frog (Eleutherodactylus maurus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Dusky Chirping Frog live?
Dusky Chirping Frog is found in Found in Mexico. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Mexico.
What family does Dusky Chirping Frog belong to?
Dusky Chirping Frog (Eleutherodactylus maurus) belongs to the genus Eleutherodactylus, which is part of the taxonomic family Eleutherodactylidae.
Is Dusky Chirping Frog endangered?
Yes, Dusky Chirping Frog (Eleutherodactylus maurus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Dusky Chirping Frog belong to?
Dusky Chirping Frog (Eleutherodactylus maurus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Dusky Chirping Frog?
The closest relatives of Dusky Chirping Frog in the genus Eleutherodactylus include Antillean Coqui, Baoruco Hammer Frog, Barahona Rock Frog, Blunt-toed Chirping Frog, Burrowing Coqui.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Eleutherodactylus — 20 Species

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Antillean Coqui
Eleutherodactylus antillensis
LC 🐾
Baoruco Hammer Frog
Eleutherodactylus armstrongi
EN 🐾
Barahona Rock Frog
Eleutherodactylus alcoae
LC 🐾
Blunt-toed Chirping Frog
Eleutherodactylus modestus
LC 🐾
Burrowing Coqui
Eleutherodactylus unicolor
CR 🐾
Cliff Chirping Frog
Eleutherodactylus marnockii
LC 🐾
Coastal Red-rumped Frog
Eleutherodactylus paralius
NT 🐾
Colima Peeping Frog
Eleutherodactylus colimotl
LC 🐾
Colima Shiny Peeping Frog
Eleutherodactylus orarius
LC 🐾
Colonia Robber Frog
Eleutherodactylus audanti
VU 🐾
Cook's Robber Frog
Eleutherodactylus cooki
EN 🐾
Coqui frog
Eleutherodactylus coqui
LC 🐾
Cricket Coqui
Eleutherodactylus gryllus
CR 🐾
Dennis' Chirping Frog
Eleutherodactylus dennisi
LC 🐾
Duellman's Trilling Frog
Eleutherodactylus teretistes
VU 🐾
Dusky Chirping Frog
Eleutherodactylus rubrimaculatus
LC
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Dusky Chirping Frog
Eleutherodactylus maurus
VU
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Eastern Burrowing Frog
Eleutherodactylus ruthae
EN 🐾
Erendira's Trilling Frog
Eleutherodactylus erendirae
EN 🐾
Flores' Peeping Frog
Eleutherodactylus floresvillelai
VU
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