Black-spotted narrow-mouthed frog
A species of Kalophrynus Scientific name : Kalophrynus pleurostigma Genus : Kalophrynus
Black-spotted narrow-mouthed frog, A species of Kalophrynus
Scientific name: Kalophrynus pleurostigma
Genus: Kalophrynus
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Description General Info
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Description
The Black-spotted Sticky Frog (Kalophrynus pleurostigma) is a small frog with a black spot just in front of each of its hind legs. It releases a sticky substance when threatened, thereby making it an unpleasant meal for predators, allowing it to escape from harm.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Black-spotted narrow-mouthed frog's dietary habits predominantly consist of small invertebrates. A nocturnal creature, it actively forages at night, preying on various insects, particularly beetles and ants, offering a rich nutritional intake.
Appearance
Black-spotted narrow-mouthed frog is a small-sized frog with a stout body and muscular limbs. Its smooth skin, a distinctive trait, ranges from dark brown to black with patches of bright orange. This frog lacks any tail or prominent appendages, but its large, protruding eyes and wide mouth are notable. There is no significant difference in appearance due to age or gender.
Behavior
Black-spotted narrow-mouthed frog are nocturnal, solitary animals, mostly foraging at night. Notably, males emit high-pitched sounds to attract females during the breeding season. Black-spotted narrow-mouthed frog are known for their defensive strategy; when threatened, they exhibit a unique 'unken reflex' posture to warn predators of their toxic skin secretions.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Narrow-mouthed frogs Genus
Kalophrynus 
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