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North shore marsupial frog

Gastrotheca orophylax

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
Hemiphractidae
Genus
Gastrotheca
Species
Gastrotheca orophylax (North shore marsupial frog)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Rana marsupial de Papallacta

Similar Species in Gastrotheca

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Azuay marsupial frog
Gastrotheca pseustes
Near Threatened
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Baritú’s Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca chrysosticta
Endangered
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Bromeliad marsupial frog
Gastrotheca plumbea
Vulnerable
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Helena's Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca helenae
Endangered
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Ruiz's Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca ruizi
Near Threatened
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Horned marsupial frog
Gastrotheca cornuta
Endangered
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Mountain Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca monticola
Least Concern
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Andean marsupial frog
Gastrotheca riobambae
Endangered
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of North shore marsupial frog?
The scientific name of North shore marsupial frog is Gastrotheca orophylax. It belongs to the genus Gastrotheca.
What is the conservation status of North shore marsupial frog?
North shore marsupial frog (Gastrotheca orophylax) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
What family does North shore marsupial frog belong to?
North shore marsupial frog (Gastrotheca orophylax) belongs to the genus Gastrotheca, which is part of the taxonomic family Hemiphractidae.
Is North shore marsupial frog endangered?
Yes, North shore marsupial frog (Gastrotheca orophylax) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does North shore marsupial frog belong to?
North shore marsupial frog (Gastrotheca orophylax) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).
What are the closest relatives of North shore marsupial frog?
The closest relatives of North shore marsupial frog in the genus Gastrotheca include Andean marsupial frog, Azuay marsupial frog, Baritú’s Marsupial Frog, Bromeliad marsupial frog, Helena's Marsupial Frog.

Genus Gastrotheca — 20 Species

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Andean marsupial frog
Gastrotheca riobambae
EN 🐾
Azuay marsupial frog
Gastrotheca pseustes
NT 🐾
Baritú’s Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca chrysosticta
EN 🐾
Bromeliad marsupial frog
Gastrotheca plumbea
VU 🐾
Helena's Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca helenae
EN 🐾
Ruiz's Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca ruizi
NT 🐾
Horned marsupial frog
Gastrotheca cornuta
EN 🐾
Mountain Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca monticola
LC 🐾
Williamson’s Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca williamsoni
DD 🐾
La Banderita Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca gracilis
EN 🐾
North Shore marsupial frog
Gastrotheca espeletia
EN 🐾
Loja marsupial frog
Gastrotheca psychrophila
EN
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North shore marsupial frog
Gastrotheca orophylax
EN
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Weinland's marsupial frog
Gastrotheca weinlandii
LC 🐾
Chilca Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca ochoai
EN 🐾
Azuay marsupial frog
Gastrotheca litonedis
EN 🐾
Andes marsupial frog
Gastrotheca guentheri
VU 🐾
Walker’s Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca walkeri
VU 🐾
Common Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca ovifera
VU 🐾
Niceforo's Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca nicefori
LC
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