Alsodes nodosus


Alsodes nodosus is a species of frog in the family Alsodidae endemic to central Chile; records from Argentina are not considered valid.

Habitat

Scientists observed this frog places streams in shrubland between 150 and 1900 meters above sea level.
Scientists have observed this frog inside protected parks Cerro [La Campana National Park], Río Clarillo National Reserve, and Roblería del Cobre [de Loncha National Reserve].

Threats

Scientists from the IUCN and from the government of Chile classify this frog as near threatened. Principal threats include habitat loss associated with urbanization, agriculture, and logging. Introduced fish and larger frogs may also prey on Alsodes nodosus.