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Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog

Ascaphus montanus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Amphibia ›Order: Anura ›Family: Ascaphidae ›Genus: Ascaphus

About

The tailed frogs are two species of frogs in the genus Ascaphus, the only taxon in the family Ascaphidae /æˈskæfɪdiː/. The "tail" in the name is actually an extension of the male cloaca. The tail is one of two distinctive anatomical features adapting the species to life in fast-flowing streams. These are the only North American frog species that reproduce by internal fertilization.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog?
The scientific name of Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog is Ascaphus montanus.
What kingdom does Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog belong to?
Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog belong to?
Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog belong to?
Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog belong to?
Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog belongs to the order Anura.
What family does Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog belong to?
Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog belongs to the family Ascaphidae.
What genus does Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog belong to?
Rocky Mountain Tailed Frog belongs to the genus Ascaphus.