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Walker’s Marsupial Frog

Gastrotheca walkeri

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇻🇪 Venezuela

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (hayvan)
Phylum
Chordata (Kordalılar)
Class
Amphibia (amfibiler)
Order
Anura (Kuyruksuz kurbağalar)
Family
Hemiphractidae
Genus
Gastrotheca
Species
Gastrotheca walkeri (Walker’s Marsupial Frog)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Rana Marsupial Cornuda

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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 Walker’s Marsupial Frog?
The scientific name of Walker’s Marsupial Frog is Gastrotheca walkeri. It belongs to the genus Gastrotheca.
What is the conservation status of Walker’s Marsupial Frog?
Walker’s Marsupial Frog (Gastrotheca walkeri) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Walker’s Marsupial Frog live?
Walker’s Marsupial Frog is found in Found in Venezuela. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Venezuela.
What family does Walker’s Marsupial Frog belong to?
Walker’s Marsupial Frog (Gastrotheca walkeri) belongs to the genus Gastrotheca, which is part of the taxonomic family Hemiphractidae.
Is Walker’s Marsupial Frog endangered?
Yes, Walker’s Marsupial Frog (Gastrotheca walkeri) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Walker’s Marsupial Frog belong to?
Walker’s Marsupial Frog (Gastrotheca walkeri) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).
What are the closest relatives of Walker’s Marsupial Frog?
The closest relatives of Walker’s Marsupial Frog in the genus Gastrotheca include Andean marsupial frog, Azuay marsupial frog, Baritú’s Marsupial Frog, Bromeliad marsupial frog, Helena's Marsupial Frog.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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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 🐾
North shore marsupial frog
Gastrotheca orophylax
EN 🐾
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
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Walker’s Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca walkeri
VU
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Common Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca ovifera
VU 🐾
Niceforo's Marsupial Frog
Gastrotheca nicefori
LC
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