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Short-legged Horned Toad (Boulenophrys brachykolos)

Short-legged Horned Toad

Boulenophrys brachykolos

EN Endangered

Very high risk of extinction

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Short-legged Horned Toad

Boulenophrys brachykolos, the short-legged horned toad or Peak spadefoot toad, is a frog native to southern China and Vietnam. It was first discovered in the Victoria Peak (locally known as The Peak), Hong Kong. Many populations of Hong Kong are in the country parks, such as Lung Fu Shan Country Park.

Key Facts

  • Endangered - this species needs our protection.

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Short-legged Horned Toad?

The scientific name of the Short-legged Horned Toad is Boulenophrys brachykolos.

Is the Short-legged Horned Toad endangered?

The Short-legged Horned Toad is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

How many Short-legged Horned Toad sightings have been recorded?

666 observations of the Short-legged Horned Toad have been recorded on iNaturalist.

666 observations on iNaturalist
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