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List Of Recently Extinct Amphibians
The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists 35 extinct species, 146 possibly extinct species, two extinct in the wild species, and one possibly extinct in the wild species of amphibians. Salamanders Extinct species Possibly extinct species Frogs Extinct species Possibly extinct species Extinct in the wild species *Wyoming toad ''(Anaxyrus baxteri)'' * Longnose stubfoot toad ''(Atelopus longirostris)'' *Kihansi spray toad ''(Nectophrynoides asperginis)'' See also * List of least concern amphibians * List of near threatened amphibians * List of vulnerable amphibians As of September 2016, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) lists 670 vulnerable amphibian species. 10% of all evaluated amphibian species are listed as vulnerable. No subpopulations of amphibians have been evaluated by th ... * List of endangered amphibians * List of critically endangered amphibians * List of data deficient amphibians References *Amphib ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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Pseudoeurycea Unguidentis
''Pseudoeurycea unguidentis'' is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to northern Oaxaca, Mexico, where it is known from its type locality, Cerro San Felipe in the Sierra Madre de Oaxaca, and some other mountains, although the identity of animals from these other locations is uncertain. Its common names are claw-toothed salamander, clawtooth false brook salamander, and clawtoed false brook salamander. ''Pseudoeurycea unguidentis'' measure about in snout–vent length and in total length. It has a brown and gray middorsal region, lacking a delineated middorsal stripe. The species' natural habitat is pine-oak and fir forests. It is a semi- arboreal species commonly found under logs. It tolerates some habitat modification. As of 2008, it had not been recorded since 1976 at the type locality. The reasons for the decline are unknown but probably involve habitat loss and modification; also climate change and chytridiomycosis may have played some role ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Phrynomedusa Fimbriata
''Phrynomedusa fimbriata'', the spiny-knee leaf frog, is an extinct species of tree frog. It was endemic to Brazil, where the only known specimen was discovered near Paranapiacaba in the state of São Paulo. The type locality was given as "Alto da Serra". While the species might still exist, having only been found once in the 1898, no trace of any individuals have been discovered in successive expeditions. Description This species is only known from the holotype, an adult female measuring in snout–vent length. The specimen was collected in 1898 and is now in bad condition with completely faded colors. At the time of species description A species description is a formal description of a newly discovered species, usually in the form of a scientific paper. Its purpose is to give a clear description of a new species of organism and explain how it differs from species that have be ..., the holotype was dorsally pale blue and ventrally reddish yellow. ''Phrynomedusa fimbri ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Oophaga Speciosa
The splendid poison frog (''Oophaga speciosa'') is an extinct species of poison dart frog that was endemic to the eastern end of Cordillera de Talamanca, western Panama. Its natural habitats are humid lowland and montane forests. Conservation status The species was formerly common, but its present population status is poorly known. It is now classified as extinct. References External links speciosa Speciosa (foaled 28 April 2003) is an Irish-bred, British-trained Thoroughbred racehorse. In a racing career which lasted from June 2005 and October 2007 she ran seventeen times and won four races. As a two-year-old, she won two of her six race ... Amphibians of Panama Endemic fauna of Panama Amphibians described in 1857 Taxonomy articles created by Polbot {{Dendrobatidae-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Nannophrys Guentheri
''Nannophrys guentheri'' (Gunther's streamlined frog) is an extinct species of frog in the family Dicroglossidae. It was endemic to Sri Lanka. The species was first identified in 1882 by George Boulenger and named after the German-born British zoologist Albert Günther. It is not known where in Sri Lanka the specimens were found. Taxonomy ''Nannophrys guentheri'' has not been observed since the type specimens were collected. These are poorly preserved and might not be distinct from ''Nannophrys ceylonensis''. Genus ''Nannophrys'' used to be placed in the large frog family Ranidae but a phylogenetic study was undertaken using DNA sequences and it is now included in the family Dicroglossidae. Description ''Nannophrys guentheri'' was a small species, with snout to vent length given as 28.5 mm for males. Vomerine teeth are in two indistinct groups behind the choanae (the inner part of the nostrils). Lower jaw has slight traces of bony prominences in front. Head is rather ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Lithobates Fisheri
The Vegas Valley leopard frog (''Lithobates fisheri''), also known as the Las Vegas leopard frog, is an extinct species of frog. It once occurred in the Las Vegas Valley, as well as Tule Springs, Clark County, southern Nevada in the United States, at elevations between . It was believed to be the only frog endemic to the United States to have become extinct in modern times. History A. Vanderhorst collected 10 specimens of this species at Tule Springs on January 13, 1942. These frogs were believed to be the last recorded specimens of the Vegas Valley leopard frog, and are now in the University of Michigan Museum of Comparative Zoology collection. The Vegas Valley leopard frog was considered extinct after extensive searches have failed to locate the species. Taxonomy In 2011, a genetic analysis using DNA from preserved museum specimens of the Vegas Valley leopard frog revealed it is 100% identical genetically to the northwestern Mogollon Rim populations of the Chiricahua leopard fr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Incilius Periglenes
The golden toad (''Incilius periglenes'') is an extinct species of true toad that was once abundant in a small, high-altitude region of about in an area north of the city of Monteverde, Costa Rica. It was endemic to elfin cloud forest. Also called the Monte Verde toad, Alajuela toad and orange toad, it is commonly considered the "poster child" for the amphibian decline crisis. This toad was first described in 1966 by herpetologist Jay Savage. The last sighting of a single male golden toad was on 15 May 1989, and it has since been classified as extinct by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Description The golden toad was one of about 500 species in the family Bufonidae—the "true toads". Males were orange and sometimes slightly mottled on the belly, while females showed a greater variety of colors, including black, yellow, red, green, and white; both sexes had smooth skin. While males had brilliant orange that attracted females to mate, females were c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Craugastor Omoaensis
''Craugastor omoaensis'' is a species of frog in the family Craugastoridae. It is endemic to Honduras and also is one of 13 species of amphibians and reptiles that are endemic to the Sierra de Omoa. It is known from only 24 specimens studied. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, rivers, and intermittent rivers. Conservation Status In a 2004 assessment, The International Union for the Conservation of Nature and Natural Resources (IUCN) categorised the frog as Critically Endangered on the Red List after meeting the criteria set out by the 1996 IUCN Red List of Threatened Animals. since 1996 there has been an almost complete disappearance of the frog; the causes being attributed to habitat loss Habitat destruction (also termed habitat loss and habitat reduction) is the process by which a natural habitat becomes incapable of supporting its native species. The organisms that previously inhabited the site are displaced or dead, thereby ... ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Craugastor Myllomyllon
''Craugastor myllomyllon'' is an extinct species of frog in the family Craugastoridae. It was endemic to Guatemala and only known from its type locality, Finca Volcan, in the Sierra de Xucaneb, Alta Verapaz Department. Only a single specimen is known. Etymology The specific name ''myllomyllon'' honors Jonathan A. Campbell, an American herpetologist. It relates to the Scottish surname Campbell (meaning "wry lip") through the Greek words ''myllos'' ("bent") and ''myllon'' ("lip"). Jay M. Savage further notes that "those that know Jonathan well may see a connection between the name and his oral renditions of his Guatemalan adventures". Description The holotype is an immature female measuring in snout–vent length. The snout is rounded in dorsal outline and obtuse (sloping) in lateral view. The tympanum is indistinct. The dorsum is covered with widely spaced moderate-sized tubercles. The fingers have slightly expanded discs and lateral keels; the toe discs that are slightly la ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Craugastor Anciano
''Craugastor anciano'' was a species of frog in the family Craugastoridae. It was endemic to the Cordillera de Celaque in Honduras. Its natural habitats were moist premontane and lower montane forests. It lived on the ground along streams. ''Craugastor anciano'' was an extremely rare species that is now considered extinct. Chytridiomycosis is a possible reason, although habitat loss may have also contributed. References anciano ''Anciano'' (Spanish language, Spanish for ''old man'') is an EP by the Japanese doom metal band Corrupted (band), Corrupted. Because the Spanish phrase "Horrible: El Tren Lo Partió En Dos!" ("Horrible: The Train Cut Him In Two") appears on the c ... Endemic fauna of Honduras Amphibians of Honduras Frogs of North America Amphibian extinctions since 1500 Amphibians described in 1988 Taxonomy articles created by Polbot {{Craugastoridae-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Atelopus Vogli
''Atelopus vogli'' is an extinct species of harlequin frog in the family Bufonidae. It was endemic to Venezuela. It is known from collections in two localities: its type locality, Las Peñas near Hacienda la Trinidad in Aragua, and Montalbán in Carabobo. It was first described as subspecies of '' Atelopus cruciger''. The specific name ''vogli'' honours Cornelius Vogl, German priest who was a missionary in Venezuela in 1925–1959. Common name Vogl's harlequin toad has been coined for it. Description Adult males measure and adult females in snout–vent length. The snout is pointed in dorsal view. No tympanum is visible, but the supratympanic crest is well developed. There are small rounded warts present on the dorsolateral surfaces, most prominently around the arm insertions and as a dorsolateral row. The fingers have some basal webbing while the toes are slightly more webbed. The hind limbs are relatively long. Preserved specimens have uniform tan color (coloration in li ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Atelopus Senex
''Atelopus senex'' (common name: pass stubfoot toad) is an extinct species of toad in the family Bufonidae. It was endemic to Costa Rica and known from the Cordillera Central and Cordillera de Talamanca at elevations of asl. Description Males measure and females in snout–vent length. Males are bluish gray, blue-green, black, or occasionally greenish, without patterning. Females may have patterning consisting of cream, lemon, or lime-coloured lighter areas. Habitat and conservation Its natural habitat In ecology, the term habitat summarises the array of resources, physical and biotic factors that are present in an area, such as to support the survival and reproduction of a particular species. A species habitat can be seen as the physical ...s are stream margins in premontane and lower montane rainforests. It was formerly abundant but has seen a drastic population decline. Last seen in 1986, it might already be extinct. Its decline is likely to have been caused by c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
