Osteopilus septentrionalis
Osteopilus septentrionalis
(Cuban Treefrog)
Amphibians-Frogs
Exotic

Impact ID5156
Impact TypeHuman Health
Study TypeObservational
Study LocationField
Impact DescriptionOsteopilus septentrionalis (Cuban treefrog) was discovered to be an intermediate host for Angiostrongylus cantonensis (rat lungworm) in Florida; this parasite is harmful to humans.
Reference37815
Great Lakes RegionNo
Cost 
LocationVolusia County, Florida

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Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [12/3/2024].

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