White-lipped froglet
A species of Ditch frogs, Also known as Hispaniolan ditch frog Scientific name : Leptodactylus albilabris Genus : Ditch frogs
White-lipped froglet, A species of Ditch frogs
Also known as:
Hispaniolan ditch frog
Scientific name: Leptodactylus albilabris
Genus: Ditch frogs
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Description
Leptodactylus albilabris is a species of frog in the Leptodactylidae family. Its local name is ranita de labio blanco or sapito de labio blanco ("white-lipped froglet") and English name either Gunther's white-lipped frog or Hispaniolan ditch frog. It is found in Hispaniola, Puerto Rico, the British Virgin Islands, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
White-lipped froglet is a largely insectivorous species, principally consuming small arthropods. Its diet varies but is primarily composed of a diverse range of insects, including beetles, ants, and spiders. Occasional consumption of small amphibians and crustaceans also contributes to its dietary habits.
Appearance
White-lipped froglet is a medium-sized frog with smooth, moist skin. It predominantly displays a brown-grey coloration with evidence of erratic dark spots on the back and limbs, and a white underbelly. Males illustrate vocal sacs and relatively rough skin on the internal thighs, unlike the females. Tadpoles, darker in hue, have elongated bodies with tails, transitioning in appearance as they mature.
Behavior
White-lipped froglet is a nocturnal amphibian, primarily solitary except during the vocal, communal breeding season. Its diet consists of arthropods, with a captivating ambush style of hunting. Marking territory includes repeated, distinctive calls. Unique adaptations include an ability to cope with dry habitats by building foam nests, protecting offspring during developmental stages.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Southern frogs Genus
Ditch frogs Species
White-lipped froglet 
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