Central coast stubfoot toad

(Atelopus franciscus)

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Description

Atelopus franciscus,the Central Coast stubfoot toad,is a species of toad in the family Bufonidae,endemic to the central coastal region of French Guiana.It is a locally common,diurnal species found near fast-flowing small streams and creeks in lowland rainforest.Many authors have suggested this taxon might be a synonym of Atelopus flavescens.It is threatened by habitat loss

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Amphibia
Order:Anura
Family:Bufonidae
Genus:Atelopus
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