Tezuitlán Spikethumb Frog
Sarcohyla pachyderma
Extremely high risk of extinction
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Tezuitlán Spikethumb Frog
Sarcohyla pachyderma is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. It is endemic to Mexico. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. Scientists know it from a single stream on the eastern side of the Sierra Madre mountains in Veracruz, 1600 meters above sea level.
Key Facts
- Critically endangered - one of the rarest animals on Earth!
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Tezuitlán Spikethumb Frog?
The scientific name of the Tezuitlán Spikethumb Frog is Sarcohyla pachyderma.
Is the Tezuitlán Spikethumb Frog endangered?
The Tezuitlán Spikethumb Frog is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.
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