Oreolalax lichuanensis

(Oreolalax lichuanensis)

Description

Oreolalax lichuanensis (Lichuan lazy toad or Lichuan toothed toad) is a species of amphibian in the family Megophryidae. It is endemic to China, and found in south-central parts of the country (Hubei, Sichuan, Chongqing, and Guizhou). Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, subtropical or tropical moist shrubland, and rivers. It is threatened by habitat loss. Male Oreolalax lichuanensis grow to about 51 mm (2.0 in) in snout-vent length and females to about 59 mm (2.3 in). Tadpoles are 72 mm (2.8 in) in length.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Amphibia
Order:Anura
Family:Megophryidae
Genus:Oreolalax
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