Foulassi Banana Frog
A species of Banana frogs Scientific name : Afrixalus paradorsalis Genus : Banana frogs
Foulassi Banana Frog, A species of Banana frogs
Scientific name: Afrixalus paradorsalis
Genus: Banana frogs
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Description General Info
Description
Afrixalus paradorsalis is a species of frog in the family Hyperoliidae. It is native to Africa, where it occurs in Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and Nigeria.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Foulassi Banana Frog primarily feeds on small invertebrates, especially insects. It further specializes in eating arthropods, with the diet mainly constituted by ants and termites, accentuating its role as an effective insectivore.
Appearance
The foulassi Banana Frog is a small-sized frog with distinct vertical skin ridges running along the back. Its skin is delicate, glossy, and primarily golden or bronze with dark patterns. It possesses thin, elongated hindlimbs, suggestive of its excellent jumping capability. The males have ridges along their inner thighs, which are absent in females. It is crucial to note that juveniles sport a greener color than adults.
Behavior
Foulassi Banana Frog displays a solitary behavior. This species is primarily nocturnal, engaging in a distinctive solitary foraging pattern within its natural habitat post sunset. Males assert their territorial presence through a unique sequence of auditory signals, often during the pre-rainy season for mating. Their main survival behavior includes exceptional camouflaging within dense vegetation.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Sedge frogs Genus
Banana frogs Species
Foulassi Banana Frog 
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