Eupsophus contulmoensis

Eupsophus contulmoensis is a species of frog in the family Alsodidae. It is endemic to Chile.^[2][1]

Eupsophus contulmoensis
Conservation status
Endangered  (IUCN 3.1)[1]
Scientific classification
Kingdom:	Animalia
Phylum:	Chordata
Class:	Amphibia
Order:	Anura
Family:	Alsodidae
Genus:	Eupsophus
Species:	E. contulmoensis
Binomial name
Eupsophus contulmoensis Ortiz, Ibarra-Vidal, Formas, 1989

Habitat

This frog is found under logs and rocks in Nothofagus forests. Scientists observed this frog between 50 and 740 meters above sea level.^[2]

This frog has been found in one protected place: Contulmo National Monument.^[1]

Reproduction

The female frog lays eggs in shallow holes.^[1]

Threats

The IUCN classifies this frog as endangered. The principal threat is habitat loss in favor of pine and eucalyptus plantations. Human-set fires and tourism also cause problems.^[1]