Chinese edible frog
A species of Peters frogs, Also known as Taiwanese frog, Tiger-skinned frog Scientific name : Hoplobatrachus rugulosus Genus : Peters frogs
Chinese edible frog, A species of Peters frogs
Also known as:
Taiwanese frog, Tiger-skinned frog
Scientific name: Hoplobatrachus rugulosus
Genus: Peters frogs
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Description
The Chinese edible frog, East Asian bullfrog, or Taiwanese frog (Hoplobatrachus rugulosus) is a species of frog in the Dicroglossidae family. It is found in Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, Laos, Macau, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. Its natural habitats are freshwater marshes, intermittent freshwater marshes, arable land, pasture land, rural gardens, urban areas, ponds, aquaculture ponds, open excavations, irrigated land, seasonal
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Chinese edible frog predominantly feeds on various invertebrates, with insects comprising a substantial portion of its diet. Apart from insects, its dietary regimen also includes different mollusks, crustaceans, and occasionally small vertebrates.
Appearance
Chinese edible frog is a medium-sized frog with a robust body and smooth, moist skin. Its core color is a mix of brown and green, often with random dark spots. It has powerful hind legs and webbed feet ideal for swimming. The sexes differ, with males becoming yellow and vocal sacs visible during mating season. Notably, it also possesses a tapered snout and a horizontal pupil.
Behavior
Chinese edible frog is primarily nocturnal, engaging in hunting and feeding activities after sunset. It demonstrates solitary behaviour, with males exhibiting territorial aggression, primarily through vocalisation. Exceptionally, chinese edible frog can leap multiple times its body length, an adaptation for quick escapes and efficient predation in its native semi-aquatic habitats.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Fork-tongued frogs Genus
Peters frogs Species
Chinese edible frog 
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