Proceratophrys gladius


Proceratophrys gladius is a species of frog in the family Odontophrynidae. It is endemic to Brazil.

Description

The adult male frog measures 31.6–45.9 mm in snout-vent length, and the adult female frog 36.9–48.5 mm. The crest on its head resembles a short sword.

Etymology

Scientists named this frog gladius because the protrusions on its head resemble a Roman short sword.

Habitat

Scientists are not sure which habitat this frog prefers. They found the first samples 1600 meters above sea level in a protected park, Parque Nacional da Serra da Bocaina.

Threats

The IUCN classifies this species as data deficient. The type locality is located within a protected park, and they believe it may live in other places as well.