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Afro Rainfrog (Pristimantis afrox)

Afro Rainfrog

Pristimantis afrox

VU Vulnerable

High risk of extinction in the wild

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Afro Rainfrog

The Afro Rainfrog (Pristimantis afrox) is a species. It has been recorded 3 times on iNaturalist, reflecting its presence in citizen science observations worldwide. The IUCN Red List classifies the Afro Rainfrog as Vulnerable — High risk of extinction in the wild.

Key Facts

  • Vulnerable - facing a high risk of extinction.
  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Afro Rainfrog?

The scientific name of the Afro Rainfrog is Pristimantis afrox.

Is the Afro Rainfrog endangered?

The Afro Rainfrog is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.

How many Afro Rainfrog sightings have been recorded?

3 observations of the Afro Rainfrog have been recorded on iNaturalist.

3 observations on iNaturalist

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