Tasmanian froglet
A species of Crinia Scientific name : Crinia tasmaniensis Genus : Crinia
Tasmanian froglet, A species of Crinia
Scientific name: Crinia tasmaniensis
Genus: Crinia
Content
Description General Info
Photo By safia_maher , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
Description
The Tasmanian froglet (Crinia tasmaniensis) is a species of ground-dwelling frog that occurs only in Tasmania, Australia.
General Info
Lifespan
3-5 years
Diet
Tasmanian froglet primarily sustains on a carnivorous diet, feeding on small insects, particularly spiders and beetles. They primarily employ sit-and-wait tactics for catching prey, making them effective insectivores.
AdultSize
small
Appearance
Tasmanian froglet is a smaller-sized frog, with a rough, wart-covered skin. It typically displays a mottled pattern of grey, brown and black. This frog has a distinctive flattened body shape with a rounded snout. There are no significant differences between ages, genders, or subspecies in physical appearance. It appears camouflaged when set against the backdrop of its natural habitat.
Behavior
Tasmanian froglet is a predominantly nocturnal species, often found in permanent water bodies. They display a distinct mating behavior, with the males performing extended call displays to attract females. Solitary by nature, they each claim a separate aquatic territory, defending it vigorously against intruders. This species is well adapted to cold climates, exhibiting a tolerance to low temperatures.
Population
Decreasing
Photo By safia_maher , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Australian ground frogs Genus
Crinia Species
Tasmanian froglet