Cardioglossa schioetzi
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Cardioglossa schioetzi

Cardioglossa schioetzi is a species of frogs in the family Arthroleptidae. It is found in the mountains of Cameroon and eastern Nigeria. Specifically, it has been recorded from the Oshie-Obudu Range, Gotel Mountains, Mount Oku, and Mount Mbam. It is a generally poorly known species.

Animal name origin

The specific name schioetzi honours Arne Schiøtz , a Danish herpetologist who has worked extensively on African tree frogs. Common name Acha Tugi long-fingered frog has been coined for this species (Acha Tugi is the type locality).

Appearance

Males measure 23–27 mm (0.9–1.1 in) in snout–vent length; the upper limit for the males also represents the maximum size recorded for the species. There is a white line that runs under the eye, then curves sigmoidally up and terminates just behind the external naris. The characteristic dorsal blotches are not joined to form an hour-glass pattern.

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References

1. Cardioglossa schioetzi Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cardioglossa_schioetzi
2. Cardioglossa schioetzi on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/54409/95940657

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