Hylodes vanzolinii


Hylodes vanzolinii is a species of frog in the family Hylodidae.

Geographic range

H. vanzolinii is endemic to Brazil and only known from its type locality, Caparaó National Park in the Minas Gerais state.

Habitat

The natural habitat of H. vanzolinii is open high-altitude grassland near streams.

Conservation status

The main threats to H. vanzolinii are habitat loss, caused by fires, and tourism.

Etymology

The specific name vanzolinii honors Paulo Vanzolini, a Brazilian herpetologist and composer.