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Proceratophrys gladius
Species of frog From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Proceratophrys gladius is a species of frog in the family Odontophrynidae. It is endemic to Brazil.[2][3][1]
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Description
The adult male frog measures 31.6–45.9 mm in snout-vent length, and the adult female frog 36.9–48.5 mm. The crest on its head resembles a short sword.[4]
Etymology
Scientists named this frog gladius because the protrusions on its head resemble a Roman short sword.[4]
Habitat
Scientists are not sure which habitat this frog prefers. They found the first samples 1600 meters above sea level in a protected park, Parque Nacional da Serra da Bocaina.[1]
Threats
The IUCN classifies this species as data deficient. The type locality is located within a protected park, and they believe it may live in other places as well.[1]
References
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