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Blue-legged Mantella

Mantella expectata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Amphibia ›Order: Anura ›Family: Mantellidae ›Genus: Mantella

About

The Blue-legged Mantella (Mantella expectata) is a species of frog in the Mantellidae family. It is endemic to Madagascar. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, rivers, and intermittent rivers. It is threatened by habitat loss. It is over collected for the pet trade and may soon qualify for critically endangered again.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blue-legged Mantella?
The scientific name of Blue-legged Mantella is Mantella expectata.
What is the conservation status of Blue-legged Mantella?
The Blue-legged Mantella has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does Blue-legged Mantella belong to?
Blue-legged Mantella belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Blue-legged Mantella belong to?
Blue-legged Mantella belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Blue-legged Mantella belong to?
Blue-legged Mantella belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Blue-legged Mantella belong to?
Blue-legged Mantella belongs to the order Anura.
What family does Blue-legged Mantella belong to?
Blue-legged Mantella belongs to the family Mantellidae.
What genus does Blue-legged Mantella belong to?
Blue-legged Mantella belongs to the genus Mantella.