Leptodactylus guianensis Heyer & de Sá, 2011

Taxonomy

Leptodactylus guianensis is a frog species first described by Heyer & de Sá in 2011.

Adult Size

Adult males of this species measure 79.5–109.5 mm in snout-vent length, while adult females measure 66.0–109.2 mm.

Head Markings

Most individuals have a light-colored stripe along their lips, and many have a dark line beneath each eye.

Habitat Types

This frog has been observed in primary forests, secondary forests, areas near streams, and some disturbed habitats.

Disturbance Tolerance

Researchers believe it has some level of tolerance to anthropogenic disturbance.

Elevation Range & Protection Status

It has been recorded at elevations between 0 and 200 meters above sea level, and has been found within protected areas.

Reproductive Behavior

Researchers infer that this species reproduces in the same manner as other frogs in the genus Leptodactylus: adults lay their eggs in foam nests, and tadpoles complete their development in water.