Marbled reed frog
A species of African reed frogs, Also known as Ahl's african reed frog Scientific name : Hyperolius marmoratus Genus : African reed frogs
Marbled reed frog, A species of African reed frogs
Also known as:
Ahl's african reed frog
Scientific name: Hyperolius marmoratus
Genus: African reed frogs
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Description
The marbled reed frog or painted reed frog (Hyperolius marmoratus) is a species of frogs in the family Hyperoliidae found in Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe, and Botswana, Lesotho, and Tanzania. It occurs in a wide range of natural habitats, including forests, savannas, shrublands, grasslands, rivers, swamps, freshwater lakes, and intermittent freshwater lakes. It coexists well with humans, and is also found in pastureland, rural gardens, and urban a
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Lifespan
3-5 years
Diet
The dietary preference of marbled reed frog primarily encompasses small insects. This includes various species of moths, beetles, and ants, which it captures using its swift and efficient hunting nature as an amphibian.
Appearance
Marbled reed frog is a small frog with a streamlined body shape and smooth, moist skin. It exhibits a striking marbled pattern, with dominant shades of green or brown, overlaid with contrasting black splotches. It has protruding eyes and long, slender limbs. Males and females are similar in appearance, with males slightly smaller. Its most distinctive feature is its high variability, with each individual displaying a unique marbling pattern.
Behavior
Marbled reed frog exhibits an intriguing behavior of changing color to blend with its environment, a primary survival mechanism in its natural habitat. This nocturnal species is largely solitary, with males known for their distinctive vocalizations during mating seasons. They are not inherently territorial but are opportunistic in finding suitable habitats.
Population
Increasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Sedge frogs Genus
African reed frogs Species
Marbled reed frog 
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