Lynchius parkeri | |
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Scientific classification | |
Kingdom: | Animalia |
Phylum: | Chordata |
Class: | Amphibia |
Order: | Anura |
Family: | Craugastoridae |
Genus: | Lynchius |
Species: | L. parkeri |
Binomial name | |
Lynchius parkeri (Lynch, 1975) |
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Synonyms | |
Phrynopus parkeri Lynch, 1975 |
Phrynopus parkeri Lynch, 1975
Lynchius parkeri (common name: Parker’s Andes frog) is a species of frog in the Craugastoridae family. It is endemic to Peru. Its natural habitats are humid montane forests and páramo. It is an uncommon species that can be found hiding under rocks. It is threatened by habitat loss caused by expanding agricultural activities.