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Indian skipper frog

A species of Euphlyctis, Also known as Common skittering frog
Scientific name : Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis Genus : Euphlyctis

Indian skipper frog, A species of Euphlyctis
Also known as:
Common skittering frog
Scientific name: Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis
Genus: Euphlyctis
Indian skipper frog (Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis) Photo By subhajit_roy , used under CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis is a common dicroglossid frog found in South Asia. It is known under numerous common names, including Indian skipper frog or skittering frog. They are often seen at the edge of bodies of water with their eyes above the water. They noisily move away from the shore when disturbed, giving them their common name. They are rarely seen outside water.

General Info

Lifespan

5-10 years

Diet

Indian skipper frog primarily consumes small arthropods making it insectivorous in nature, with a particular preference for ants, beetles, and termites.

Appearance

Indian skipper frog is a petite, smooth-skinned amphibian, measuring an average 37-75mm. Its primary body coloration is a blend of lime green and yellow, with a unique black disc-shaped blotch on each side of the body. The skin exudes a glossiness under light. They also sport long, strong legs for jumping. Males possess a vocal sac and are generally more vibrant than females, especially during breeding periods. There's little to no variation in appearance due to age or subspecies.

Behavior

Indian skipper frog exhibits diurnal behavior, primarily feeding and engaging in vigorous bouts of call activity during daylight hours. With a polygynous mating system, the males fiercely defend their breeding territories. This species displays an extraordinary ability to survive desiccation exposure, rehydrating and resuming normal activity swiftly when water becomes available.

Population

Stable
Indian skipper frog (Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis) Indian skipper frog (Euphlyctis cyanophlyctis) Photo By subhajit_roy , used under CC-BY-NC-ND 4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
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