Argus reed frog
A species of African reed frogs Scientific name : Hyperolius argus Genus : African reed frogs
Argus reed frog, A species of African reed frogs
Scientific name: Hyperolius argus
Genus: African reed frogs
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Description
Hyperolius argus, known under common names Argus reed frog, Argus sedge frog, and Boror reed frog (and many others) is a hyperolid frog found in the eastern coastal plain of Africa from southern Somalia through Kenya, Tanzania, Mozambique, Malawi, Zimbabwe to KwaZulu-Natal in eastern South Africa.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Argus reed frog primarily nourishes itself on small arthropods. Its diet includes a significant proportion of spiders and various insect larvae, ingeniously captured during nocturnal hunting sessions.
Appearance
Argus reed frog is a small, slender-bodied frog with smooth skin. Its unique, bright coloration ranges from green to turquoise, with eye-catching black spots across its back. Unlike most frogs, it possesses large, disk-like toe pads. The males of this species are smaller than females and usually have a bolder coloration.
Behavior
Argus reed frog is a nocturnal species known to emit distinct mating calls from perches above water. It exhibits solitary behavior except during mating season, where males often engage in territorial disputes. Argus reed frog employs its vivid coloration as a predator deterrent in its natural habitat.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Sedge frogs Genus
African reed frogs Species
Argus reed frog 
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