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Henle's Spiny-backed Frog (Osteocephalus mimeticus)

Henle's Spiny-backed Frog

Osteocephalus mimeticus

About the Henle's Spiny-backed Frog

Henle's slender-legged tree frog (Osteocephalus mimeticus) is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. It is found in Peru and northeastern Bolivia. It occurs in lowland, premontane, and montane forest at elevations of 300–1,100 m (980–3,610 ft) above sea level. Breeding takes place in small streams where the tadpoles develop. It is a locally abundant species that can be threatened by habitat loss in parts of its range.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Henle's Spiny-backed Frog?

The scientific name of the Henle's Spiny-backed Frog is Osteocephalus mimeticus.

How many Henle's Spiny-backed Frog sightings have been recorded?

79 observations of the Henle's Spiny-backed Frog have been recorded on iNaturalist.

79 observations on iNaturalist
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