Ankafana bright-eyed frog
A species of Bright-eyed frogs Scientific name : Boophis luteus Genus : Bright-eyed frogs
Ankafana bright-eyed frog, A species of Bright-eyed frogs
Scientific name: Boophis luteus
Genus: Bright-eyed frogs
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Description
Boophis luteus is a species of frog in the family Mantellidae. It is endemic to Madagascar. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, rivers, and heavily degraded former forest. It is threatened by habitat loss.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Ankafana bright-eyed frog predominantly consumes insects, specializing in nocturnal hunting of various invertebrates. Its diet heavily comprises beetles and spiders, showcasing its role as an efficient small arthropod predator.
Appearance
Ankafana bright-eyed frog is a medium-sized frog with a slender body and soft, smooth skin. Its primary coloration is a bright, unique shade of yellow, highlighted by darker spots. Its eyes are strikingly large and red. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Ankafana bright-eyed frog demonstrates arboreal, nocturnal behavior, often associated with slow flowing water bodies. It shows aggregation during mating but is otherwise solitary. This species communicates via a characteristic soft, whistling call, vital for mate selection and territorial disputes.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Mantellidae Genus
Bright-eyed frogs Species
Ankafana bright-eyed frog 
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