Allobates vanzolinius explained

Allobates vanzolinius also known as Vanzolini's rocket frog, is a species of frog in the family Aromobatidae. It is endemic to the Amazonas state, Brazil.[1] Its natural habitats are tropical moist lowland forest and rivers. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Etymology

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

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Allobates vanzolinius . HerpMapper . 16 May 2019.