Eastern smooth frog
A species of Geocrinia Scientific name : Geocrinia victoriana Genus : Geocrinia
Eastern smooth frog, A species of Geocrinia
Scientific name: Geocrinia victoriana
Genus: Geocrinia
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Description
The Eastern smooth frog or Victorian smooth froglet (Geocrinia victoriana) is a species of frog in the Myobatrachidae family. It is endemic to Australia. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, subtropical or tropical moist shrubland, subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland, subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, swamps, and intermittent freshwate
General Info
Lifespan
6-10 years
Diet
Eastern smooth frog is an insectivore, primarily feeding on small arthropods. Specific insects preferred include ants and beetles, supplemented occasionally with other invertebrates such as spiders and worms.
AdultSize
medium
Appearance
Eastern smooth frog is a small, frog-like creature with smooth and moist skin. Characterized by a dark brownish or grayish upper body, they exhibit a distinctive yellow or orange belly. The male and female look almost identical, except the males have a slightly larger throat pouch utilized for croaking. The round body shape, pronounced eyes, and short limbs are all notable features of this species.
Behavior
Eastern smooth frog is a nocturnal species, primarily solitary, and characterized by its unique mating call. This call, performed only by males, is a distinct chorusing behavior that stands out in their forest habitat. Possessing a sedentary lifestyle, eastern smooth frog rarely venture far from their specific location, attributing a territorial nature.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Australian ground frogs Genus
Geocrinia Species
Eastern smooth frog 
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