🌿Native Nature

Common Coqui

Eleutherodactylus coqui

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Amphibia ›Order: Anura ›Family: Eleutherodactylidae ›Genus: Eleutherodactylus

About

The common coquí or coquí (Eleutherodactylus coqui) is a frog endemic to Puerto Rico belonging to the Eleutherodactylidae family. The species is named for the loud call the males make at night. This sound serves two purposes. "CO" serves to repel males and establish territory while the "KEE" serves to attract females. Since the auditory systems of males and females respond preferentially to different notes of the male call, this is an example of a sex...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Coqui?
The scientific name of Common Coqui is Eleutherodactylus coqui.
What kingdom does Common Coqui belong to?
Common Coqui belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Coqui belong to?
Common Coqui belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Common Coqui belong to?
Common Coqui belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Common Coqui belong to?
Common Coqui belongs to the order Anura.
What family does Common Coqui belong to?
Common Coqui belongs to the family Eleutherodactylidae.
What genus does Common Coqui belong to?
Common Coqui belongs to the genus Eleutherodactylus.