Sylvirana guentheri (Günther's Amoy Frog) Amphibians-Frogs Exotic
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Common name: Günther's Amoy Frog
Synonyms and Other Names: Formerly Rana guentheri.
Taxonomy: available through
www.itis.gov
Native Range: The native distribution of Hylarana guentheri from central Vietnam, north to southern and central China in Sichuan, Yunnan, Guizhou, Hunan, Anhui, Zhejiang, Jiangsu, Jiangxi, Hubei, Fujian, Guangdong, Guangxi, Hainan, Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau (Kuangyang et al., 2009).
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Hydrologic Unit Codes (HUCs) Explained
Interactive maps: Point Distribution Maps
Nonindigenous Occurrences:
Table 1. States with nonindigenous occurrences, the earliest and latest observations in each state, and the tally and names of HUCs with observations†. Names and dates are hyperlinked to their relevant specimen records. The list of references for all nonindigenous occurrences of Sylvirana guentheri are found here.
Table last updated 11/21/2024
† Populations may not be currently present.
Means of Introduction: Unknown.
Status: Unknown.
Impact of Introduction: The impacts of this species are currently unknown, as no studies have been done to determine how it has affected ecosystems in the invaded range. The absence of data does not equate to lack of effects. It does, however, mean that research is required to evaluate effects before conclusions can be made.
Author:
Powell, R.S.
Revision Date: 4/17/2019
Citation Information:
Powell, R.S., 2024, Sylvirana guentheri (Boulenger, 1882): U.S. Geological Survey, Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database, Gainesville, FL, https://nas.er.usgs.gov/queries/FactSheet.aspx?speciesID=2890, Revision Date: 4/17/2019, Access Date: 11/21/2024
This information is preliminary or provisional and is subject to revision. It is being provided to meet the need for timely best science. The information has not received final approval by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and is provided on the condition that neither the USGS nor the U.S. Government shall be held liable for any damages resulting from the authorized or unauthorized use of the information.