Banded wood frog
A species of Batrachyla Scientific name : Batrachyla taeniata Genus : Batrachyla
Banded wood frog, A species of Batrachyla
Scientific name: Batrachyla taeniata
Genus: Batrachyla
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Description
Batrachyla taeniata is a species of frog in the Batrachylidae family. It is found in Argentina and Chile. Its natural habitats are subantarctic forests, temperate forests, temperate shrubland, subantarctic grassland, temperate grassland, swamps, intermittent freshwater marshes, rocky shores, pastureland, rural gardens, and introduced vegetation. It is threatened by habitat loss.
General Info
Lifespan
6-10 years
Diet
Banded wood frog primarily feasts on small invertebrates, showing a preference particularly for insects. Adapting to its woodland habitat, banded wood frog utilizes its highly developed sense of touch to capture its prey predominantly during twilight and nighttime.
Appearance
Banded wood frog is a small-sized South American frog with a slender body. Its skin is smooth and moist, punctuated by multiple wart-like formations. The base coloration is brown or olive-green, variably patterned with darker patches or white spots. Males and females appear similar; however, males have darker throats during breeding season.
Behavior
Banded wood frog is a nocturnal amphibian characterized by its solitary nature. It is typically inactive during the day, actively foraging for small invertebrates during the night. This species has a unique mating call, and displays a defensive rib display when threatened. Adapted for a moist forest habitat, banded wood frog hides under leaf litter for camouflage and moisture retention.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Common horned frogs Genus
Batrachyla Species
Banded wood frog 
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