Cebolleta Robber Frog
Tachiramantis tayrona
Close to qualifying as threatened
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Cebolleta Robber Frog
Tachiramantis tayrona is a species of frog in the family Strabomantidae. It is endemic to the north-western Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, Colombia. The specific name tayrona refers to the pre-Columbian Tairona culture. Lynch and Ruíz-Carranza suggest that this species might have been a model for the gold frogs unearthed from archaeological sites in the area.
Key Facts
- Near threatened - close to being at risk.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Cebolleta Robber Frog?
The scientific name of the Cebolleta Robber Frog is Tachiramantis tayrona.
Is the Cebolleta Robber Frog endangered?
The Cebolleta Robber Frog is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.
How many Cebolleta Robber Frog sightings have been recorded?
413 observations of the Cebolleta Robber Frog have been recorded on iNaturalist.
