Mediterranean painted frog
A species of Painted frogs Scientific name : Discoglossus pictus Genus : Painted frogs
Mediterranean painted frog, A species of Painted frogs
Scientific name: Discoglossus pictus
Genus: Painted frogs
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Description General Info
Description
The Mediterranean painted frog or simply painted frog, Discoglossus pictus, is a species of frog in the Alytidae family (formerly Discoglossidae).
General Info
Lifespan
8-10 years
Diet
Mediterranean painted frog primarily survives on an insectivorous diet that includes beetles, centipedes, and spiders. The species exhibits nocturnal feeding behavior, often hunting prey in or near water sources.
Appearance
Mediterranean painted frog is a small to medium-sized amphibian with a round body shape and smooth skin. They are notable for their mottled pattern in various hues of green, brown, and black. Noteworthy are their distinctive dark circles around the large, bulging eyes. Neither horns, wings, nor tails are present. There are no significant differences between ages, genders, or subspecies in terms of appearance.
Behavior
Mediterranean painted frog primarily adopts a nocturnal lifestyle, foraging at night for food, predominantly consisting of small invertebrates. Living both singly and in groups, during the mating season, the males display territorial behavior, defending their territories through vocalizations and aggressive encounters. Their aquatic reproduction habit distinguishes them, where eggs are laid directly into the water.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Painted frogs Genus
Painted frogs Species
Mediterranean painted frog 
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