Sharp-nosed jungle frog
A species of Ditch frogs, Also known as Bolivian toad-frog Scientific name : Leptodactylus bolivianus Genus : Ditch frogs
Sharp-nosed jungle frog, A species of Ditch frogs
Also known as:
Bolivian toad-frog
Scientific name: Leptodactylus bolivianus
Genus: Ditch frogs
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Description General Info
Description
Leptodactylus bolivianus is a species of frog in the Leptodactylidae family. Its local name is sapo-rana boliviano ("Bolivian toad-frog").
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Sharp-nosed jungle frog is a voracious predator feeding primarily on arthropods. In its diet, specific food sources include beetles, spiders, and various insects. Additionally, the species also consumes small vertebrates when available.
Appearance
Sharp-nosed jungle frog is a medium-sized frog, characterized by its robust body and smooth, shiny skin. It predominantly sports a blend of brown and green hues with unique black markings. The male species are slightly smaller than the females and often possess a distinctive rough patch on their thumbs used during mating.
Behavior
Sharp-nosed jungle frog display nocturnal tendencies, actively foraging for food in the cover of night. With a preference for solitude, they mark territories using vocal signals, specifically adult males during breeding season. Although they are generally terrestrial, they exhibit submerged hibernation in drier periods as an adaptation to their tropical environs.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Southern frogs Genus
Ditch frogs Species
Sharp-nosed jungle frog 
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