Hyperolius wermuthi
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Hyperolius wermuthi is a species of frog in the family Hyperoliidae. It is found in Ivory Coast, southern Guinea, and Liberia. The correct name for this species is likely Hyperolius soror.[1][2][3][4] It is so similar to Hyperolius fusciventris that it has likely been overlooked elsewhere in West Africa.[2][3][4] Common name Wermuth's reed frog has been coined for this species.[2][4]
Taxonomy
Taxonomic status of this species described by Belgian herpetologist Raymond Laurent in 1961 is unsettled. The Amphibian Species of the World treats Hyperolius wermuthi as a valid species but notes that Hyperolius soror is likely its synonym.[2] The AmphibiaWeb, however, considers Hyperolius soror a nomen dubium, even though it acknowledges that Hyperolius soror might be the correct name Hyperolius wermuthi.[3]
Description
Males measure Script error: No such module "convert". and females Script error: No such module "convert". in snout–vent length. There are two distinct colour phases, "J" and "F", although also intermediate forms exist. Juveniles and many mature males have phase J whereas mature females and some mature males have phase F. Phase J individuals are brownish to green with paired light dorsolateral lines or an hourglass pattern. Phase F is often colorful and variable and show a red canthal stripe that is characteristic to this species. The ventrum is transparent bluish green.[3][4]
Habitat and conservation
Its natural habitats are primary forests at elevations up to Script error: No such module "convert". above sea level. Breeding takes place in swamps and small temporary ponds.[1]
It is threatened by habitat loss and deterioration caused by agricultural expansion, logging, and encroaching human settlements. The species occurs in the Nimba National Forest.[1]
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