About Pristimantis quaquaversus (Lynch, 1974)
Species Classification
Pristimantis quaquaversus is a species of relatively small frog.
Snout-Vent Length
Males of this species measure 20–23 mm (0.79–0.91 in) in snout–vent length, while females measure 25–31 mm (0.98–1.22 in).
Dorsal Skin Characteristics
The skin on the dorsum is shagreen, and ranges in color from pale brown to reddish brown, marked with a darker brown interorbital bar, chevrons, or spots.
Eyelid Tubercle
A conical tubercle is present on the upper eyelid.
Limb Features
The fingers and toes bear discs, but have no webbing.
Natural Habitat
The natural habitats of Pristimantis quaquaversus are tropical cloud forests and humid lowland forests.
Activity and Microhabitat
Individuals can be found on low vegetation at night.
Conservation Status
This is a common frog species that faces no major threats.
