Common Coqui
Eleutherodactylus coqui
About the Common Coqui
The common coquí or coquí (Eleutherodactylus coqui) is a frog endemic to Puerto Rico belonging to the Eleutherodactylidae family. The species is named for the loud call the males make at night. This sound serves two purposes. "CO" serves to repel males and establish territory while the "KEE" serves to attract females. Since the auditory systems of males and females respond preferentially to different notes of the male call, this is an example of a sex...
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Common Coqui?
The scientific name of the Common Coqui is Eleutherodactylus coqui.
How many Common Coqui sightings have been recorded?
4,865 observations of the Common Coqui have been recorded on iNaturalist.
4,865
observations on iNaturalist
