Alsodes australis
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Alsodes australis is a species of frog in the family Alsodidae. It is endemic to Chile and tentatively believed to live in Argentina as well.[1][2]
Habitat
This frog has been found in cold streams in Northofagus forests on mountains. This frog has been observed between 0 and 1400 meters above sea level.[3]
The frog has been observed in two protected areas: Bernardo O'Higgins National Park and Queulat National Park in Chile. There are also some frogs in Argentina's Nahuel Huapi National Park that scientists think may be a population of A. australis.[3]
Threats
The IUCN classifies this frog as data deficient. Introduced salmonid fish and American mink may prey upon this frog.[3]
Life cycle
This animal breeds through larval development. Tadpoles swim in streams.[3]
Original publication
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