Bicolored frog
A species of Clinotarsus Scientific name : Clinotarsus curtipes Genus : Clinotarsus
Bicolored frog, A species of Clinotarsus
Scientific name: Clinotarsus curtipes
Genus: Clinotarsus
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Description
The bicolored frog or Malabar frog (Clinotarsus curtipes) is a species of frog found in the Western Ghats of India. The tadpoles of the species are black and form dense and compact schools in slow moving streams in forested areas.
General Info
Lifespan
12-15 years
Diet
Bicolored frog is primarily carnivorous, feeding specifically on small aquatic organisms. Its diet largely comprises tadpoles, fish larvae, and small crustaceans, making it a significant player in aquatic food chains.
Appearance
Bicolored frog is a modestly sized frog species, its smooth skin appearing predominantly green with interspersed dark speckles. Male individuals display vocal sacs in a distinct yellowish color, whereas females lack this feature. Their most outstanding visual trait is the uniquely shaped toes, partially webbed with enlarged tips, a testament to their tree-living habits.
Behavior
Bicolored frog is known for its semi-terrestrial, non-migratory nature. Adults display territorial behavior, mainly staying within their chosen domain. Predominantly nocturnal, it forages in its habitat for food and mates at dusk. A solitary species, it interacts with others predominantly during the mating season. Remarkably, tadpoles of this species display bimodal respiration, a rare adaptation for survival in both water and land environments.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True frogs Genus
Clinotarsus Species
Bicolored frog 
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