Eleutherodactylus sciagraphus


Eleutherodactylus sciagraphus is a species of frog in the family Eleutherodactylidae. It is endemic to Haiti and only known from near its Type [locality |type locality] at an elevation of Above [sea level|asl] in the Massif de [la Hotte]. Its specific name refers to its heavily barred hindlimbs. Its common name is Sud robber frog.

Description

Males measure and females in snout–vent length. Dorsum is greenish to gray to unicolor dark brown. Venter is white or yellowish with dark gray to black markings in many individuals. Hindlimbs are banded with many primary bars and prominent shadow bars.

Habitat and conservation

This rare species was last recorded in 1984. Its natural habitat is closed moist forest where it occurs under rocks. It is threatened by habitat loss occurring in the area and not known from any protected area.