Bush squeaker
A species of Screeching frogs Scientific name : Arthroleptis wahlbergii Genus : Screeching frogs
Bush squeaker, A species of Screeching frogs
Scientific name: Arthroleptis wahlbergii
Genus: Screeching frogs
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Description
Arthroleptis wahlbergii, the bush squeaker, is a species of frog in the Arthroleptidae family. It is found along the coastal areas of eastern South Africa and possibly Mozambique.
General Info
Lifespan
8-15 years
Diet
Bush squeaker, primarily insectivorous, subsists largely on terrestrial invertebrates including spiders and ants. It utilizes a sit-and-wait strategy, catching prey mainly via ambush.
Appearance
Bush squeaker is a small to medium-sized frog with a slender body and smooth skin. Predominantly brown, its back has unique, irregular dark blotches. The belly appears white to pale cream while the underside of limbs exhibits dark marbling. Females are slightly larger and rounder than males, besides having more pronounced dark markings. It lacks notable appendages like wings, horns or tails.
Behavior
Bush squeaker is generally a solitary species, notable for its terrestrial lifestyle. It forages mainly at nightfall, engaging in sit-and-wait predation. The species demonstrates a unique mating behavior, with males vocalizing their mating calls throughout the breeding season. Bush squeaker is recognized for its defensive behavior of skin secretion when threatened.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Squeakers Genus
Screeching frogs Species
Bush squeaker 
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