Heleophryne purcelli Sclater, 1898 is a animal in the Heleophrynidae family, order Anura, kingdom Animalia. Not known to be toxic.

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Heleophryne purcelli Sclater, 1898

Heleophryne purcelli Sclater, 1898

Purcell's ghost frog (Heleophryne purcelli) is a common frog endemic to Western Cape Province, South Africa.

Genus
Heleophryne
Order
Anura
Class
Amphibia

About Heleophryne purcelli Sclater, 1898

Purcell's ghost frog, scientifically named Heleophryne purcelli Sclater, 1898, is a frog species that belongs to the Heleophrynidae family. This species is endemic to Western Cape Province, South Africa. Its natural habitat is fynbos heathland. Breeding for this frog occurs in perennial streams. Its tadpoles require two full years to complete development. Purcell's ghost frog is a common species that faces no significant major threats, though it is impacted by introduced species in local areas.

Photo: (c) Tyrone Ping, all rights reserved, uploaded by Tyrone Ping

Taxonomy

Animalia Chordata Amphibia Anura Heleophrynidae Heleophryne

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