
critically endangered
cophixalus mcdonaldiESA Categories -amphibians
mt elliot nursery frog
National Parks/ Sanctuaries
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Common Names
mt elliot nursery frog, mcdonald’s frog
Regions
AustraliaPapua New Guinea
Population
Approximately 10,000 individuals
Habitat
Cophixalus mcdonaldi inhabits dense tropical rainforests with high humidity and abundant vegetation.
Weight(in lbs) and Life Span
0.1, and 5
Regions
Australia, Papua New Guinea
Activity Instructions
- Draw the Animal: Use the next page to draw a picture of the animal. Use your imagination and make it colorful!
- Write an Essay: Write a short essay about the conservation efforts to save this animal. Here are some questions to guide you:
- Why is this species important in its ecosystem?
- What are the threats it faces, and how can we help?
- What do you find most interesting about this species?
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