Hemiphractus panamensis is a species of frog in the family Hemiphractidae. It is found in Panama.
Habitat This frog lives in rainy submontane forests. Scientists do not believe it is tolerant to habitat disturbance. Scientists have reported the frog above sea level.
Scientists have reported the frog in protected places: Parque Nacional Chagres, Parque Nacional Porto Bello, and Area de Silvestre Corregimiento de Narganá.
Reproduction The female frog carries her eggs on her back. This frog breeds through direct development with no free-swimming tadpole stage.
Threats The IUCN classifies this species as critically endangered. The fungal disease chytridiomycosis poses a significant threat. In some parts of its range, it is also at risk from habitat loss associated with logging, agriculture, and cattle ranching.
Original description and resurrection
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