Larut torrent frog
A species of Cascade frogs Scientific name : Amolops larutensis Genus : Cascade frogs
Larut torrent frog, A species of Cascade frogs
Scientific name: Amolops larutensis
Genus: Cascade frogs
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Description
Amolops larutensis (common names: Larut sucker frog, Larut Hill cascade frog, southern pad-discked frog) is a species of frog in the Ranidae family that is found in the Malay Peninsula from southernmost Thailand to Malaysia; records further north probably represent A. panhai.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Larut torrent frog has a carnivorous diet primarily focused on small invertebrates. It heavily consumes insects and arachnids, favoring beetles and spiders, and relies on nocturnal hunting strategies to feed.
Appearance
Larut torrent frog is a medium-sized frog, with a streamlined body and smooth, moist skin. Their coloring can range from a vibrant green to a duller brown, often with dark brown spots. Their eyes are large, with horizontal pupils. While both genders are similar in appearance, males often have black spines on their upper lip during breeding season.
Behavior
Larut torrent frog is predominantly nocturnal, exhibiting hunting activities during nighttime. These semi-aquatic creatures adopt a solitary lifestyle, seldom engaging in social interactions outside of mating periods. Larut torrent frog is also renowned for its peculiar vocalization, a unique survival adaptation to attract mates and ward off rivals in its hilly and forested habitats.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True frogs Genus
Cascade frogs Species
Larut torrent frog 
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