Episode 2999
Bahius: Uncovering the Two-Lined Robber Frog of Brazil
pplpod · pplpod
February 25, 202619m 14s
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Show Notes
In this episode of pplpod, we dive into the taxonomy of Bahius, a monotypic genus of frog found only in the forests of eastern Brazil. We examine the sole species, Bahius bilineatus—commonly known as the two-lined robber frog—and discuss its scientific journey from being classified as Eleutherodactylus to establishing its own clade within the family Strabomantidae. Listen in to learn about this endemic Brazilian amphibian’s habitat in the Bahia cacao plantations and bromeliads, as well as its current conservation status.