Hyperolius houyi
Species of amphibian
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Hyperolius houyi is a species of frog in the family Hyperoliidae.[1][2][3][4] It is only known from its type locality, "Ussagara, Neu Kamerum", which some sources consider untraceable but place in the modern-day Chad,[1][3] while others associate it with Ussagara in Tanzania instead.[2] Common name Ussagara reed frog has been coined for this species.[2][3][4]
| Hyperolius houyi | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Chordata |
| Class: | Amphibia |
| Order: | Anura |
| Family: | Hyperoliidae |
| Genus: | Hyperolius |
| Species: | H. houyi |
| Binomial name | |
| Hyperolius houyi Ahl, 1931 | |
Etymology
The specific name houyi honours Dr Reinhard Houy who collected in Tanzania in 1911–1912.[5]
Taxonomy
The taxonomic status of Hyperolius houyi is unclear.[1] The holotype is lost. It is probably a synonym of Hyperolius viridiflavus (superspecies).[2][3]
Habitat and conservation
Hyperolius houyi probably breeds in bodies of water. Threats to this poorly known species are unknown.[1]