Copiula tyleri
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Copiula tyleri is a species of frog in the family Microhylidae. It is endemic to northeastern New Guinea and is found in both Western New Guinea (Cyclops Mountains) and Papua New Guinea (Bewani, Torricelli, Hunstein, and Adelbert Ranges).[1][2] The specific name tyleri honours Michael J. Tyler, Australian herpetologist who have worked extensively with Australian and New Guinean frogs.[3][4]
Description
Adult males measure Script error: No such module "convert". and females Script error: No such module "convert". in snout–vent length. The tympanum is conspicuous and unpigmented. The snout is relatively short and broad. Fingers and toes are without webbing. Skin is smooth. The dorsum is dark brown. There are dark post-orbital bands. The iris is dark brown, approaching black, with tiny golden flecks.[3]
Habitat and conservation
Its natural habitats are tropical lowland and hill rainforests at elevations of Script error: No such module "convert". above sea level.[1][3] One specimen was found hiding beneath a broad leaf on the forest floor at daytime, and once uncovered, tried to hide in a hole in the ground.[3]
Copiula tyleri is a common species with no known major threats. It occurs in the Cyclops Mountains Nature Reserve.[1]
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