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El Tucuche Golden Frog (Phytotriades auratus)

El Tucuche Golden Frog

Phytotriades auratus

EN Endangered

Very high risk of extinction

Source: IUCN Red List

About the El Tucuche Golden Frog

Phytotriades is a genus of tree frogs in the family Hylidae. As currently delimited, the genus is monotypic and contains Phytotriades auratus, commonly known as the golden tree frog, bromeliad-dwelling treefrog, El Tucuche golden tree frog, or Trinidad heart-tongued frog.

Key Facts

  • Endangered - this species needs our protection.
  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the El Tucuche Golden Frog?

The scientific name of the El Tucuche Golden Frog is Phytotriades auratus.

Is the El Tucuche Golden Frog endangered?

The El Tucuche Golden Frog is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

How many El Tucuche Golden Frog sightings have been recorded?

26 observations of the El Tucuche Golden Frog have been recorded on iNaturalist.

26 observations on iNaturalist
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