Hylodes vanzolinii explained

Hylodes vanzolinii is a species of frog in the family Hylodidae.

Geographic range

H. vanzolinii is endemic to Brazil and only known from its type locality, CaparaĆ³ National Park in the Minas Gerais state.[1]

Habitat

The natural habitat of H. vanzolinii is open high-altitude grassland near streams.

Conservation status

The main threats to H. vanzolinii are habitat loss, caused by fires, and tourism.

Etymology

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

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Hylodes vanzolinii Heyer, 1982 . . 2015 . Amphibian Species of the World: an Online Reference. Version 6.0 . American Museum of Natural History . 28 April 2015.