Northern Oval Frog
Elachistocleis ovalis
About the Northern Oval Frog
Elachistocleis ovalis, commonly known as the common oval frog, is a dubious species of frog in the family Microhylidae. The type species of Elachistocleis, it was described without a holotype or type locality, and due to this it is not known exactly to which population the name Elachistocleis ovalis applies, making it a nomen nudum. The Amphibian Species of the World restricts this species to Panama, Colombia, Trinidad and Tobago, and Bolivia. Frog species from Brazil...
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Northern Oval Frog?
The scientific name of the Northern Oval Frog is Elachistocleis ovalis.
How many Northern Oval Frog sightings have been recorded?
5 observations of the Northern Oval Frog have been recorded on iNaturalist.
