Brazilian River Frog
Thoropa saxatilis
- Least concern
- Card rarity: Common
- Amphibians
Thoropa saxatilis is a species of frog in the family Cycloramphidae. It is endemic to southern Brazil and occurs in the Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul states, corresponding to the southernmost extent of the Atlantic Forest biome. The specific name saxatilis refers to its association with rocks. Common name Brazilian river frog has been coined for it.
Classification
- Class
- Amphibia
- Order
- Anura
- Family
- Cycloramphidae
- Genus
- Thoropa