Craugastor podiciferus (Cope, 1875)

Introductory Note

This section describes the physical characteristics of Craugastor podiciferus.

Snout Morphology

In dorsal view, its snout is long and ovoid; in lateral view, it is depressed and somewhat pointed. It has a sharp canthus rostralis.

Supra-tympanic Fold

The supra-tympanic fold only becomes distinct behind the tympanum.

Finger Morphology

Its fingers have no lateral keels and have weakly bulbous tips.

Toe Morphology

Its toes also have no lateral keels, but do bear discs.

Dorsal Coloration

The dorsum is grayish brown or brown, with some spots and an inter-orbital bar. A black line marks the canthal and supra-tympanic fold.

Belly Coloration

The belly is dark brown or black with bluish-white flecks, or it can be gray-orange.

Throat Coloration

The throat is orange or gray-orange.