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CHACO OVAL FROG Elachistocleis haroi CHACO
The species limits continue to be defined in this confusing genus of narrow-mouthed frogs. The Chaco specimens are now ascribed to E. haroi, based on the yellow vertebral line, whitish ventral colouration, and "Christmas tree" dorsal pattern. Like other members of the genus they are explosive breeders, suddenly appearing in large numbers after rain, when their scratchy cricket-like calls fill the air.
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FIGURE 1 - (FPANF706PH) Adult, Fortín Toledo, Departamento Boquerón (Paul Smith February 2015).
FIGURE 2 - (FPANF707PH) Adult dorsal, same individual as (FPANF706PH) (Paul Smith February 2015).
FIGURE 3 - (FPANF708PH) Adult ventral, same individual as (FPANF706PH) (Paul Smith February 2015).
FIGURE 4 - (FPANF709PH) Adult forefoot, same individual as (FPANF706PH) (Paul Smith February 2015).
FIGURE 5 - (FPANF710PH) Adult hindfoot, same individual as (FPANF706PH) (Paul Smith February 2015).
FIGURE 6 - (FPANF711PH) Adult flash colours, same individual as (FPANF706PH) (Paul Smith February 2015).
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