Hochstetter's frog
A species of New zealand primitive frogs Scientific name : Leiopelma hochstetteri Genus : New zealand primitive frogs
Hochstetter's frog, A species of New zealand primitive frogs
Scientific name: Leiopelma hochstetteri
Genus: New zealand primitive frogs
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Description
Hochstetter's frog or Hochstetter's New Zealand frog (Leiopelma hochstetteri) is a primitive frog native to New Zealand, one of only four extant species belonging to the taxonomic family Leiopelmatidae. They possess some of the most ancient features of any extant frogs in the world.
General Info
Lifespan
30-35 years
Diet
Hochstetter's frog exhibits a carnivorous diet, predominantly consuming small invertebrates. It especially favors arachnids and native New Zealand insects, such as beetles. Dietary intake often includes snails and small crustaceans.
Appearance
Hochstetter's frog is a small, robust amphibian with smooth, skin. Its colour ranges from brown to greenish-grey, often with random patterns of black, brown, or darker grey. The body is warty in appearance due to a pattern of raised skin glands. Notably, hochstetter's frog lacks external eardrums and a tail, but possesses rounded toes with suction pads.
Behavior
Hochstetter's frog is a primarily nocturnal, semi-aquatic frog. It has a distinctive high-pitched call, used for both territorial defense and mating. These solitary animals are noted for their direct developmental lifestyle, skipping the tadpole stage. Unusually, they participate in parental care with males guarding the eggs after deposition.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
New zealand primitive frogs Species
Hochstetter's frog 
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