Chiasmocleis albopunctata
A species of Humming frogs Scientific name : Chiasmocleis albopunctata Genus : Humming frogs
Chiasmocleis albopunctata, A species of Humming frogs
Scientific name: Chiasmocleis albopunctata
Genus: Humming frogs
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Description
Chiasmocleis albopunctata is a species of frog in the Microhylidae family. It is found in Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, dry savanna, moist savanna, subtropical or tropical moist shrubland, subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland, intermittent freshwater lakes, intermittent freshwater marshes, arable land, pastureland, rural gardens, heavily degraded former forest, ponds, seasonally flooded agr
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Chiasmocleis albopunctata's dietary habits primarily consist of small invertebrates. It tends to consume ants, mites and spiders, showing a specific predilection for critters found in the leaf litter of its forest habitat.
Appearance
Chiasmocleis albopunctata is a minute frog, its tiny body is round and flat. It has a remarkably smooth, unblemished skin predominantly dark brown in color, marked by white to cream dots. This species has short legs and a small head with noticeable tiny eyes. There is no significant visual difference between sexes or subspecies.
Behavior
Chiasmocleis albopunctata is a nocturnal, solitary species. They lead a secretive and burrowing lifestyle, often hiding in leaf litter during the day. The males use call vocalizations to attract females for mating. Their unique survival behavior mostly relies on their camouflage, matching with the coloration of the soil and leaves within their habitat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Narrow-mouthed frogs Genus
Humming frogs Species
Chiasmocleis albopunctata 
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