Physalaemus gracilis (Boulenger, 1883) is a animal in the Leptodactylidae family, order Anura, kingdom Animalia. Not known to be toxic.

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Physalaemus gracilis (Boulenger, 1883)

Physalaemus gracilis (Boulenger, 1883)

Physalaemus gracilis is an adaptable widespread Leptodactylidae frog found in parts of southern South America.

Genus
Physalaemus
Order
Anura
Class
Amphibia

About Physalaemus gracilis (Boulenger, 1883)

Physalaemus gracilis is a frog species belonging to the family Leptodactylidae. Its confirmed distribution includes southern Brazil, Uruguay, and adjacent areas of Argentina; it is also thought to occur in Paraguay. Its natural habitats are forest borders and Cerrado grasslands. It is an adaptable species that can also live in heavily disturbed and polluted habitats. It reproduces by creating foam nests in natural temporary pools. This abundant, widespread species does not currently face any major threats.

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Taxonomy

Animalia Chordata Amphibia Anura Leptodactylidae Physalaemus

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Sources: GBIF, iNaturalist, Wikipedia, NCBI Taxonomy · Disclaimer

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