Limnomedusa macroglossa (common name: rapids frog) is a species of frog in the family Alsodidae, in the monotypic genus Limnomedusa. It is found in southern Brazil, northeastern Argentina, Uruguay, and northern Paraguay. Limnomedusa macroglossa are found in open and forested areas on rocky soil along rivers. Tadpoles are found in temporary river-side pools and slow-flowing water. It is threatened by habitat degradation due to agricultural activities, water pollution, hydroelectric development, and pine plantations. For example, the Itaipu Dam destroyed populations in Paraná. References External links Alsodidae Amphibians described in 1841 Taxa named by André Marie Constant Duméril Taxa named by Gabriel Bibron Amphibians of Argentina Amphibians of Brazil Amphibians of Paraguay Amphibians of Uruguay Taxonomy articles created by Polbot