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Convex-tailed Horned Toad

Megophrys caudoprocta

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (สัตว์)
Phylum
Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)
Class
Amphibia (สัตว์สะเทินน้ำสะเทินบก)
Order
Anura (อันดับกบ)
Family
Megophryidae
Genus
Megophrys
Species
Megophrys caudoprocta (Convex-tailed Horned Toad)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 尾突角蟾

Similar Species in Megophrys

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Medog Horned Toad
Megophrys medogensis
Endangered
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Sangzhi Horned Toad
Megophrys sangzhiensis
Critically Endangered
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Glandular Horned Toad
Megophrys glandulosa
Least Concern
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Leishan Horned Toad
Megophrys leishanensis
Data Deficient
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Heishiding’s Horn Toad
Megophrys obesa
Critically Endangered
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Huangshan Horned Toad
Megophrys huangshanensis
Least Concern
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Edwardina's Spadefoot Toad
Megophrys edwardinae
Least Concern
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Asian Spadefoot Toad
Megophrys montana
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Convex-tailed Horned Toad?
The scientific name of Convex-tailed Horned Toad is Megophrys caudoprocta. It belongs to the genus Megophrys.
What is the conservation status of Convex-tailed Horned Toad?
Convex-tailed Horned Toad (Megophrys caudoprocta) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Convex-tailed Horned Toad belong to?
Convex-tailed Horned Toad (Megophrys caudoprocta) belongs to the genus Megophrys, which is part of the taxonomic family Megophryidae.
Is Convex-tailed Horned Toad endangered?
Yes, Convex-tailed Horned Toad (Megophrys caudoprocta) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Convex-tailed Horned Toad belong to?
Convex-tailed Horned Toad (Megophrys caudoprocta) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of Convex-tailed Horned Toad?
The closest relatives of Convex-tailed Horned Toad in the genus Megophrys include Asian Spadefoot Toad, Medog Horned Toad, Sangzhi Horned Toad, Glandular Horned Toad, Leishan Horned Toad.

Genus Megophrys — 20 Species

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Asian Spadefoot Toad
Megophrys montana
LC
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Convex-tailed Horned Toad
Megophrys caudoprocta
EN
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Medog Horned Toad
Megophrys medogensis
EN 🐾
Sangzhi Horned Toad
Megophrys sangzhiensis
CR 🐾
Glandular Horned Toad
Megophrys glandulosa
LC 🐾
Leishan Horned Toad
Megophrys leishanensis
DD 🐾
Heishiding’s Horn Toad
Megophrys obesa
CR 🐾
Huangshan Horned Toad
Megophrys huangshanensis
LC 🐾
Edwardina's Spadefoot Toad
Megophrys edwardinae
LC 🐾
Little Horned Toad
Megophrys minor
LC 🐾
Wuliangshan Horned Toad
Megophrys wuliangshanensis
DD 🐾
Pope’s Shortlegged Toad
Megophrys popei
NT 🐾
Binchuan Horned Toad
Megophrys binchuanensis
VU 🐾
Nankiang Horned Toad
Megophrys nankiangensis
VU 🐾
Mangshan Horned Toad
Megophrys mangshanensis
LC 🐾
Wushan Horned Toad
Megophrys wushanensis
LC 🐾
Yu Shen Horned Toad
Megophrys ombrophila
NT 🐾
Boettger's Pelobatid Toad
Megophrys boettgeri
LC 🐾
Fengkai’s Horn Toad
Megophrys acuta
CR 🐾
Rough-skinned Horned Toad
Megophrys palpebralespinosa
LC
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