andes smooth frog (telmatobius macrostomus) in Telmatobius macrostomus inhabits freshwater streams and rivers with rocky substrates, preferring cool and oxygen-rich waters.
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telmatobius macrostomusESA Categories -amphibians

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    andes smooth frog, giant lake junin frog, junín giant frog, lake chinchaycocha frog, marbled water frog, lake junin frog

  • Regions

    Peru

  • Population

    Approximately 10,000 individuals

  • Habitat

    Telmatobius macrostomus inhabits freshwater streams and rivers with rocky substrates, preferring cool and oxygen-rich waters.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    0.5, and 8

Regions

Peru

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