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Angola river frog

A species of Large-mouthed frogs
Scientific name : Amietia angolensis Genus : Large-mouthed frogs

Angola river frog, A species of Large-mouthed frogs
Scientific name: Amietia angolensis
Genus: Large-mouthed frogs
Angola river frog (Amietia angolensis) Photo By Brian Gratwicke , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

The Angola river frog or common river frog (Amietia angolensis) is a species of frog in the Pyxicephalidae family. It was formerly placed in the Ranidae family.

General Info

Lifespan

10-15 years

Diet

Angola river frog are primarily insectivorous, with a dietary predilection for aquatic insects, particularly larvae. Opportunistically, their diet also includes small invertebrates when available.

Appearance

Angola river frog is a moderately sized frog species with smooth, moisture-absorbing skin. Its primary coloration is an earthen brown, often camouflaged against damp soil or leaf litter. It is characterized by the presence of a thin, dark dorsal line. Notably, it possesses webbed feet essential for efficient swimming. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.

Behavior

Angola river frog displays semi-aquatic habits, spending substantial time in rivers and streams, mostly found lurking at bottom. It communicates using acoustic signals, particularly in breeding season. The males aggressively defend territory during this period. Their night-time activity, evident when foraging for small invertebrates, displays adaptative behavior for survival.

Population

Decreasing
Angola river frog (Amietia angolensis) Angola river frog (Amietia angolensis) Photo By Brian Gratwicke , used under CC-BY-2.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
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