Kurixalus wangi
Kurixalus wangi | |
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Holotype, an adult male | |
Scientific classification | |
Domain: | Eukaryota |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Chordata |
Class: | Amphibia |
Order: | Anura |
Family: | Rhacophoridae |
Genus: | Kurixalus |
Species: | K. wangi
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Binomial name | |
Kurixalus wangi Wu, Huang, Tsai, Li, Jhang, and Wu, 2016[2]
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Kurixalus wangi is a species of tree frog in the family Rhacophoridae.[1][3][4] It is endemic to Taiwan and occurs in the southernmost part of the island.[1][3] Prior to its description in 2016, it was confused with Kurixalus eiffingeri.[2][3] The specific name wangi honors Wang Ching-Shong, a pioneering herpetologist from Taiwan.[2]
Taxonomy and systematics
Kurixalus wangi was described in 2016. It resembles Kurixalus eiffingeri but displays some morphological differences and a different reproductive season. Furthermore, molecular data and
Description
Adult males measure 29–32 mm (1.1–1.3 in) and adult females 31–37 mm (1.2–1.5 in) in
Distribution
This species occurs in southernmost Taiwan in Pingtung County.[1][2]
Habitat and conservation
Kurixalus wangi occurs in the shrubs of secondary forests and lowland broad-leaved forests at elevations below 500 m (1,600 ft). Eggs have been found in small pools in tree hollows and man-made structures (discarded plastic cups and plastic pipes), either above the water or submerged. The tadpoles are
Information on this species is limited, but it may be somewhat common. There are no known threats to it. Habitat loss and degradation, and any action reducing the number of tree holes, are potential threats. However, rates of deforestation have declined in Taiwan.[1]
References
- ^ . Retrieved 6 February 2024.
- ^ PMID 26877703.
- ^ a b c Frost, Darrel R. (2024). "Kurixalus wangi Wu, Huang, Tsai, Li, Jhang, and Wu, 2016". Amphibian Species of the World: an Online Reference. Version 6.2. American Museum of Natural History. Retrieved 6 February 2024.
- ^ Cheng, Wei. "Kurixalus wangi Wu, Huang, Tsai, Li, Jhang & Wu, 2016". Catalogue of life in Taiwan. Biodiversity Research Center, Academia Sinica, Taiwan. Retrieved 6 February 2024.