Blue-back reed frog
A species of Malagasy reed frogs Scientific name : Heterixalus madagascariensis Genus : Malagasy reed frogs
Blue-back reed frog, A species of Malagasy reed frogs
Scientific name: Heterixalus madagascariensis
Genus: Malagasy reed frogs
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Description
Heterixalus madagascariensis (commonly referred to as the blue-back reed frog, or occasionally the powder-blue reed frog) is a species of frog in the Hyperoliidae family endemic to Madagascar. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, moist savanna, subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland, swamps, freshwater marshes, intermittent freshwater marshes, sandy shores, arable land,
General Info
Lifespan
3-5 years
Diet
Blue-back reed frog mainly thrives on a diet of small arthropods. Known for active hunting, it feeds on insects, particularly Dipterans and Hemipterans, enriching its nutritional intake with a variety of different arthropod species.
Appearance
Blue-back reed frog is a medium-sized frog with a sturdy bodily structure, its skin adorned with smooth textures. Its coloration varies from different shades of green to yellowish or reddish brown, often featuring darker, irregular spots. Though there aren't significant gender differences, juveniles are less colorful, often appearing more brownish. Blue-back reed frog does not possess wings, horns, or long tails.
Behavior
Blue-back reed frog is a diurnal, predominantly terrestrial species, known to forage among vegetation for food. This species is a superb jumper, a behavior which aids in escape from predators, and in terms of social dynamics, it engages in choruses, especially after rainfall. Though not overly territorial, members are likely to exhibit aggressive interactions during the breeding season.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Sedge frogs Genus
Malagasy reed frogs Species
Blue-back reed frog 
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