Cardioglossa trifasciata
| Cardioglossa trifasciata | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Amphibia |
| Order: | Anura |
| Family: | Arthroleptidae |
| Genus: | Cardioglossa |
| Species: | C. trifasciata |
| Binomial name | |
| Cardioglossa trifasciata Amiet, 1972 | |
Cardioglossa trifasciata is a species of frog in the Arthroleptidae family. It is endemic to Cameroon. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, rivers, and heavily degraded former forest. It is threatened by habitat loss. It is labeled as critically endangered. This animal is known to hide under large rocks and among small stones as to avoid predators.
Source
- Amiet, J.-L. & Schiøtz, A. 2004. Cardioglossa trifasciata. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 20 July 2007.
- Brands, S.J. (comp.) 1989-2006. Systema Naturae 2000. The Taxonomicon. Universal Taxonomic Services, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Accessed October 11, 2006.
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