Leptodactylus diedrus


Leptodactylus diedrus is a species of frog in the family Leptodactylidae. Its local name is sapito confuso. It is found in northwestern Amazon Basin in Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela, and Peru.

Description

Male Leptodactylus diedrus grow to a snout–vent length of and females to.

Habitat

This frog is found in rocky habitats inside forests. Scientists have observed the frog between 0 and 400 meters above sea level. It has been reported in several protected places.

Reproduction

The female frog deposites eggs in a foam nest in lentic water.

Threats

The IUCN classifies this species as least concern of extinction. In some parts of its range, it faces habitat loss to in favor of agriculture and livestock grazing.