Pyburn's Pancake Frog
Otophryne pyburni
About the Pyburn's Pancake Frog
Otophryne pyburni is a species of frog in the Microhylidae family. It is found in northern South America east of the Andes (northern Brazil, southeastern Colombia, French Guiana, Guyana, Suriname, and southern Venezuela). It is a common, diurnal frog found in tropical rainforest, perching next to streams or living on the forest floor under leaves or among roots. Males are territorial and calling mostly on rainy days. The eggs may be laid either inside or outside...
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Pyburn's Pancake Frog?
The scientific name of the Pyburn's Pancake Frog is Otophryne pyburni.
How many Pyburn's Pancake Frog sightings have been recorded?
29 observations of the Pyburn's Pancake Frog have been recorded on iNaturalist.
