Buckley's giant glass frog
A species of Centrolene Scientific name : Centrolene buckleyi Genus : Centrolene
Buckley's giant glass frog, A species of Centrolene
Scientific name: Centrolene buckleyi
Genus: Centrolene
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Photo By Giovanni Alberto Chaves Portilla , used under CC-BY-SA-3.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Description
Centrolene buckleyi is a species of frog in the Centrolenidae family. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland, subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland, and rivers. It is becoming rare due to habitat loss.
General Info
Lifespan
8-12 years
Diet
Buckley's giant glass frog is primarily insectivorous, feeding extensively on small arthropods. It exhibits a unique preference for soft-bodied, aquatic, or semi-aquatic invertebrates, enriching its dietary intake with substantial protein content.
Appearance
Buckley's giant glass frog is a small, semi-translucent frog with a tapering body. Its skin is slick and glassy, showcasing a captivating pale green coloration. The belly and heart are visibly through the skin, giving it a unique and unusual appearance. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age, gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Buckley's giant glass frog display nocturnal, arboreal behaviors, predominantly inhabiting rainforests. This solitary species is noted for its mating strategy, where the male vocalizes to secure a territory and attract a mate. Further, in a unique survival adaptation, buckley's giant glass frog's green bony plates help it blend seamlessly into its lush environment.
Population
Decreasing
Photo By Giovanni Alberto Chaves Portilla , used under CC-BY-SA-3.0 /Cropped and compressed from original 
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Glass frogs Genus
Centrolene Species
Buckley's giant glass frog 
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