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Pristimantis rufioculis
Pristimantis rufioculis is a species of frog in the family Strabomantidae. It is found in the Andes of northern Peru (Cordillera Central, Cordillera del Cóndor) and adjacent Ecuador (Zamora-Chinchipe).[3][4] The specific name rufioculis is derived from the Latin words rufiis, meaning red, and oculis, meaning eye—red iris is one of the distinguishing characteristics of this species.[2] Accordingly, common name red-eyed robber frog has been proposed for this species.[4] DescriptionPristimantis rufioculis are relatively small frogs. Based on the type series, a subadult female (holotype) measured 20.6 mm (0.81 in) in snout–vent length, whereas a male (paratype) measured 18.1 mm (0.71 in). Dorsum is olive; females have two pairs of dull red spots, whereas males have grayish-white snout and tan elbows and heels in male. Groin, anterior surfaces, and thighs are mottled yellow and dull red; venter is yellow with brown mottling. Iris is red.[2] Habitat and conservationPristimantis rufioculis inhabit humid montane forests at elevations of 1,138–2,870 m (3,734–9,416 ft) above sea level where they can be found on low vegetation (<1 m above the ground) at night. Presumably, as in other Pristimantis, development is direct[5][4] (i.e, there is no free-living larval stage[6]). Population status and threats to this species are poorly known, but it is present in some protected areas.[1] References
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