Hellmich's Rocket Frog
Hyloxalus vergeli
VU
Vulnerable
High risk of extinction in the wild
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Hellmich's Rocket Frog
Hyloxalus vergeli is a species of frog in the family Dendrobatidae. It is endemic to Colombia and only known from the region of its type locality in the Cundinamarca Department, on the . Its natural habitats are cloud forests near streams. It tolerates some minor habitat disturbance.
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 Hellmich's Rocket Frog?
The scientific name of the Hellmich's Rocket Frog is Hyloxalus vergeli.
Is the Hellmich's Rocket Frog endangered?
The Hellmich's Rocket Frog is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
How many Hellmich's Rocket Frog sightings have been recorded?
12 observations of the Hellmich's Rocket Frog have been recorded on iNaturalist.
12
observations on iNaturalist
