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Betsileo Digging Frog (Plethodontohyla brevipes)

Betsileo Digging Frog

Plethodontohyla brevipes

VU Vulnerable

High risk of extinction in the wild

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Betsileo Digging Frog

Plethodontohyla brevipes is a species of frog in the Microhylidae family. It is endemic to Madagascar. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Key Facts

  • Vulnerable - facing a high risk of extinction.
  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Betsileo Digging Frog?

The scientific name of the Betsileo Digging Frog is Plethodontohyla brevipes.

Is the Betsileo Digging Frog endangered?

The Betsileo Digging Frog is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.

How many Betsileo Digging Frog sightings have been recorded?

7 observations of the Betsileo Digging Frog have been recorded on iNaturalist.

7 observations on iNaturalist
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