Chimbo Frog
A species of Barycholos Scientific name : Barycholos pulcher Genus : Barycholos
Chimbo Frog, A species of Barycholos
Scientific name: Barycholos pulcher
Genus: Barycholos
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Description General Info
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Description
Barycholos pulcher is a species of frog in the Craugastoridae family. It is endemic to Pacific lowlands of Ecuador, to 600Â m (2,000Â ft) asl.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Chimbo Frog's diet primarily consists of small arthropods, making it an insectivorous species. It feeds efficiently in leaf litter and ground substrates, targeting insects and other smaller fauna.
Appearance
The chimbo Frog is a small, stout frog with a rough, granular skin. It is characterized by its uniformly brown coloration, which helps with camouflage in its habitat. Males have a distinct black throat, a feature not seen in females. The chimbo Frog does not possess any horns, wings, or a prolonged tail. With a modest build, it lacks the flashy attributes of some of its counterparts but is no less captivating in its simplicity.
Behavior
Chimbo Frog is a predominantly nocturnal amphibian distinguished by its solitary and territorial lifestyle. During the day, it exhibits cryptic behavior, using its natural camouflage for protection within leaf litter. At night, chimbo Frog ventures out for foraging, showing an impressive ability to detect prey in the dark.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Strabomantidae Genus
Barycholos Species
Chimbo Frog 
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