Amphibians of Bhutan

Every amphibians in the Wildlife of Bhutan guide: 12 species, grouped by family or group. Each name opens its page with photos, identification notes, habitat and range.

Shrub Frogs & Tree Frogs

• Zhangixalus smaragdinus Zhangixalus smaragdinus
• Chunam Tree Frog Polypedates maculatus

True Frogs & Fanged Frogs

• Sikkim Paa Frog Nanorana liebigii
• Indian Bullfrog Hoplobatrachus tigerinus
• Hydrophylax leptoglossa Hylarana leptoglossa
• Yembung Sucker Frog Amolops gerbillus
• Amolops himalayanus Amolops himalayanus
• Amolops putaoensis Amolops putaoensis

Toads

• Himalaya Toad Duttaphrynus himalayanus
• Asian Common Toad Duttaphrynus melanostictus

Horned Frogs & Litter Frogs

• Bengal Spadefoot Toad Xenophrys robusta

Salamanders & Newts

• Tylototriton verrucosus Tylototriton verrucosus

Frequently asked questions

How many amphibians are in the Wildlife of Bhutan guide?

The guide lists 12 amphibians of Bhutan, each with its own page covering identification, habitat and range.

Which groups of amphibians are covered?

Shrub Frogs & Tree Frogs (2), True Frogs & Fanged Frogs (6), Toads (2), Horned Frogs & Litter Frogs (1), Salamanders & Newts (1).