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Boie's wart frog

A species of Fejervarya, Also known as Asian grass frog, Paddy field frog, Common pond frog, Terrestrial frog
Scientific name : Fejervarya limnocharis Genus : Fejervarya

Boie's wart frog, A species of Fejervarya
Also known as:
Asian grass frog, Paddy field frog, Common pond frog, Terrestrial frog
Scientific name: Fejervarya limnocharis
Genus: Fejervarya
Boie's wart frog (Fejervarya limnocharis) Photo By langzi , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

Fejervarya limnocharis is a species of frog found widely distributed in South Asia. It is known under many common names, including Indian cricket frog, Boie's wart frog, rice field frog, and Asian grass frog. Molecular studies of the species complex suggest that there may be multiple species involved.

General Info

Lifespan

5-6 years

Diet

Boie's wart frog's dietary intake primarily includes insects, characterizing it as an insectivore. This diet encompasses a broad range of small arthropods such as spiders, beetles, ants, and worms, diversifying its sustenance.

Appearance

Boie's wart frog is a medium-sized frog characterized by smooth, moist skin. Males usually measure 28-37mm in length, while females can reach up to 75mm. They are generally brown or olive-green with irregular black patches, closely mimicking their natural habitat. The frog's hind legs are largely webbed, and the species lacks any unique features like a tail, horns, or wings. Notably, there are no notable differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies.

Behavior

Boie's wart frog exhibits semi-aquatic behavior, residing in a variety of damp habitats. Notable for its nocturnal habits, it emerges at dusk to forage for a wide range of invertebrate prey. They have a solitary existence, minimally interacting with others, except during mating periods. Interestingly, during the dry season, boie's wart frog burrows into the ground, displaying a unique form of season-dependent behavioral adaptation.

Population

Stable
Boie's wart frog (Fejervarya limnocharis) Boie's wart frog (Fejervarya limnocharis) Photo By langzi , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

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