Cophixalus riparius
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Cophixalus riparius is a species of frog in the family Microhylidae. It is endemic to Papua New Guinea and occurs in the New Guinea Highlands in Madang, Southern Highlands, and Western Highlands provinces southeastward to the Morobe Province.[1][2] The specific name riparius refers to the creek-side habitat from which many specimens in the type series were collected.[3] Common name Wilhelm rainforest frog has been coined for this species.[2]
Names
It is known as gwnm in the Kalam language of Papua New Guinea, a name that is also applied to Xenorhina rostrata.[4]
Description
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Habitat and conservation
Cophixalus riparius is found in montane rainforests among boulders and grass near streams at elevations of Script error: No such module "convert". above sea level. Development is direct (i.e., there is no free-living larval stage).[1]
This species is common and adaptable, probably able to withstand a degree of habitat degradation. It is not facing significant threats. It might be present in the Mount Kaindi Wildlife Management Area.[1]
References
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