Leptodactylus plaumanni


Leptodactylus plaumanni is a species of frog in the family Leptodactylidae. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, and possibly Paraguay.

Habitat

Its natural habitats are savanna and the edges of forests. The frog has shown some tolerance to anthropogenic disturbance and has been found in some agricultural areas. Scientists have seen the frog between 400 and 1200 meters above sea level.
Scientists have reported the frog in protected areas.

Reproduction

This frog digs a burrow and builds a foam nest for its eggs. The develop in water.

Threats

The IUCN classifies this frog as least concern of extinction. In some parts of its range, the frog is in some danger from pine tree plantations and cattle pasturage.