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Tailed frog

A species of Tailed frog, Also known as Coastal tailed frog, Inland tailed frog
Scientific name : Ascaphus montanus Genus : Tailed frog

Tailed frog, A species of Tailed frog
Also known as:
Coastal tailed frog, Inland tailed frog
Scientific name: Ascaphus montanus
Genus: Tailed frog
Tailed frog (Ascaphus montanus) Photo By Fredlyfish4 , used under PUBLIC-DOMAIN /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

The tailed frogs are two species of frogs in the genus Ascaphus, the only taxon in the family Ascaphidae /æˈskæfɪdiː/. The "tail" in the name is actually an extension of the male cloaca. The tail is one of two distinctive anatomical features adapting the species to life in fast-flowing streams. These are the only North American frog species that reproduce by internal fertilization.

General Info

Lifespan

10-15 years

Diet

The diet of tailed frog predominantly constitutes of small invertebrates. This frog prioritizes preys like beetles, spiders, and centipedes, and occasionally, smaller amphibians. Using its specialized long tongue, it projects to grab and consume its meals.

Appearance

Tailed frog is a small, robust frog with smooth, moist skin. They are predominantly brownish-gray or olive-green, often having darker dorsal spots. This species has a peculiar tail-like appendage, which differentiates them from other frog species. Males possess internal vocal sacs not visible externally. Juveniles tend to be more brightly colored than adults, and there are no apparent variations between genders.

Behavior

Tailed frog is a nocturnal, principally terrestrial amphibian species known for its unique reproductive behavior, wherein males guard the eggs until hatching. Typically solitary, tailed frog is territorial, primarily utilizing chemical signals to define its space. It survives in harsh mountainous environments through freeze tolerance, facilitating its winter hibernation.

Population

Stable
Tailed frog (Ascaphus montanus) Tailed frog (Ascaphus montanus) Photo By Fredlyfish4 , used under PUBLIC-DOMAIN /Cropped and compressed from original
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