Leptodactylus nesiotus is a species of frog in the family Leptodactylidae.[3] It was originally described from Icacos Swamp on the south-western peninsula of Trinidad Island and was for a long time believed to be endemic to the island.[1] However, in 2018 specimens were also reported from Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana.[4] It is probably the sister taxon of Leptodactylus validus.[3] Indeed, the French Guianan records were first identified as L. validus, and it is possible that also some other L. validus records refer to Leptodactylus nesiotus. It is likely that this species is also found in Venezuela, perhaps even wider in open areas of northern South America.[4]
The specific name nesiotus is derived from Greek nesiotes, meaning "islander", and refers to its only known occurrence (at the time of species description) on the Island of Trinidad.[2]
The type series consists of three adult males that measure 31.7–33.3 mm (1.2–1.3 in) in snout–vent length. The snout is rounded in lateral profile and rounded-ovoid from above. The tympanum is of moderate size and the supratympanic fold is distinct. The fingers have moderate lateral ridges whereas the toes have well-developed lateral fringes. There is a distinct light stripe on the upper lip extending at least to under the eye. Dorsal coloration of preserved specimens is in lighter and darker shades of brown gray. Males have a single internal vocal sac.[2]
The Trinidadian population occurs in a swamp, which is a relatively pristine area and where the species is not facing significant threats.[1] The continental populations occur along the coastal savannas and swamps of northern South America, providing continuous habitat for the species.[4]
Leptodactylus nesiotus is a species of frog in the family Leptodactylidae. It was originally described from Icacos Swamp on the south-western peninsula of Trinidad Island and was for a long time believed to be endemic to the island. However, in 2018 specimens were also reported from Guyana, Suriname, and French Guiana. It is probably the sister taxon of Leptodactylus validus. Indeed, the French Guianan records were first identified as L. validus, and it is possible that also some other L. validus records refer to Leptodactylus nesiotus. It is likely that this species is also found in Venezuela, perhaps even wider in open areas of northern South America.
Leptodactylus nesiotus[2][3][4] es una especie de anfibio anuro de la familia Leptodactylidae.
Esta especie es endémica de Trinidad y Tobago. Habita en la península de Icacos en la región de Siparia en Trinidad.[5]
El nombre específico nesiotus proviene del griego nesiotes, que significa insular, con referencia a la distribución de esta especie.
Leptodactylus nesiotus es una especie de anfibio anuro de la familia Leptodactylidae.
Leptodactylus nesiotus Leptodactylus generoko animalia da. Anfibioen barruko Leptodactylidae familian sailkatuta dago, Anura ordenan.
Leptodactylus nesiotus Leptodactylus generoko animalia da. Anfibioen barruko Leptodactylidae familian sailkatuta dago, Anura ordenan.
Leptodactylus nesiotus est une espèce d'amphibiens de la famille des Leptodactylidae[1].
Cette espèce est endémique de Trinité-et-Tobago. Elle se rencontre dans la péninsule d'Icacos dans la région de Siparia à la Trinité[1],[2].
Le nom spécifique nesiotus vient du grec nesiotes, insulaire, en référence à la distribution de cette espèce[3].
Leptodactylus nesiotus est une espèce d'amphibiens de la famille des Leptodactylidae.
Leptodactylus nesiotus é uma espécie de anura da família Leptodactylidae.
É endémica de Trinidad e Tobago.
Os seus habitats naturais são: pântanos.
Leptodactylus nesiotus é uma espécie de anura da família Leptodactylidae.
É endémica de Trinidad e Tobago.
Leptodactylus nesiotus là một loài ếch trong họ Leptodactylidae. Chúng là loài đặc hữu của Trinidad và Tobago. Môi trường sống tự nhiên của chúng là đầm nước.
Leptodactylus nesiotus là một loài ếch trong họ Leptodactylidae. Chúng là loài đặc hữu của Trinidad và Tobago. Môi trường sống tự nhiên của chúng là đầm nước.