Lenca Leopard Frog
Lithobates lenca
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAmphibia (Amphibians)
- OrderAnura (Frogs and Toads)
- FamilyRanidae (Typical Frogs)
- GenusLithobates (American Water Frogs)
- SpeciesLithobates lenca (Lenca Leopard Frog)
About the Lenca Leopard Frog
The Lenca leopard frog (Lithobates lenca) is a species of true frog found in the Chortis Highlands of southwestern Honduras at altitudes of 1560 to 2080 m. This frog was long thought to be a hybrid between the two lowland species Lithobates brownorum and Lithobates forreri until 2018 when DNA tests proved the highland leopard frogs to be a distinct species. They are smaller in size but have larger heads than the two lowland species, with males growing between 46.6–64.3 mm (1.83–2.53 in) while females grow between 43.7–76.3 mm (1.72–3 in). The Lenca leopard frog is named after the Lenca people, who inhabit the same mountainous region as the frog. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Lenca Leopard Frog in La Tigra National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | La Tigra National Park | 🇭🇳 Honduras |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Lenca Leopard Frog in La Tigra National Park?
About 20% of wildlife watchers report a Lenca Leopard Frog sighting in La Tigra National Park, based on 10 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Lenca Leopard Frog in La Tigra National Park?
August has the highest sighting rate for Lenca Leopard Frog in La Tigra National Park in our monthly data.