Pristimantis croceoinguinis (Lynch, 1968)

Size

Description: Adult males of Pristimantis croceoinguinis measure 13–18 mm (0.5–0.7 in) in snout–vent length, while adult females measure 18–22 mm (0.7–0.9 in).

Head Morphology

The snout is subacuminate when viewed from above, and has a rounded profile when viewed from the side. The tympanum is hidden under the skin.

Digit Structure

The fingertips have small adhesive discs, but lack lateral fringes. The toe discs are slightly smaller than the finger discs, and also have no lateral fringes or webbing.

Skin Texture

The dorsal skin has a pustulate texture.

Dorsal & Flank Coloration

The dorsum ranges from yellow-brown to brown, marked with dark brown spots and scattered white or yellow flecks. The flanks are brown to black, with darker brown blotches and white or yellow flecks.

Groin & Venter Coloration

Each side of the groin has two yellow to reddish-orange spots. The venter ranges from gray to black, most often brown, and has cream flecks.

Additional Markings

Dark brown bars are present on a lighter brown background, and the anal triangle is also brown.

Habitat & Elevation

Habitat and conservation: Pristimantis croceoinguinis lives in lowland primary rainforest at elevations between 0 and 1,289 m (0–4,229 ft) above sea level. It can also survive in lightly disturbed habitats.

Activity & Microhabitat

It is a nocturnal species that is typically found on low vegetation 0.5–1.5 m (2–5 ft) above the ground.

Reproductive Development

Its development is presumed to be direct, meaning there is no free-living tadpole larval stage.

Conservation Status

This species is not currently facing any major threats. Large areas of suitable habitat still exist, and the species is also found in a number of protected areas.