Cape river frog
A species of Large-mouthed frogs Scientific name : Amietia fuscigula Genus : Large-mouthed frogs
Cape river frog, A species of Large-mouthed frogs
Scientific name: Amietia fuscigula
Genus: Large-mouthed frogs
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Description General Info
Description
The Cape river frog (Amietia fuscigula) is a species of frog in the family Pyxicephalidae named for the Cape of Good Hope. It was formerly placed in the family Ranidae. It occurs widely in the Eastern Cape and Western Cape provinces of South Africa. A newly described species, A. poyntoni, was split from this species in 2013.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Cape river frog primarily feeds on small invertebrates. Its diet consists notably of various insects and their larvae, spiders and crustaceans, all obtained from its aquatic habitat.
Appearance
Cape river frog is a medium-sized amphibian with smooth, moist skin texture. It exhibits a dominant brown coloration, with darker marbling patterns offering a perfect camouflage. Its distinct body shape features a streamlined body with long hind legs and webbed feet designed for swimming. Notably, a glandular ridge is present from its eyes to its shoulder. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Cape river frog is typically observed near water bodies, exhibiting aquatic foraging behaviors for food sources such as algae. These simplistic yet meaningful social interactions make the species both intriguing and unique. This amphibian species is also known to exhibit territoriality, making it more prone to aggression during mating seasons.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
African bullfrogs Genus
Large-mouthed frogs Species
Cape river frog 
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