Loreto white-lipped frog
A species of Ditch frogs Scientific name : Leptodactylus rhodomystax Genus : Ditch frogs
Loreto white-lipped frog, A species of Ditch frogs
Scientific name: Leptodactylus rhodomystax
Genus: Ditch frogs
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Description
Leptodactylus rhodomystax (common name: Loreto white-lipped frog, rose-lipped thin-toed frog) is a species of frog in the Leptodactylidae family. Its local name is sapo-rana rugoso de Boulenger ("Boulenger's rough toad-frog"). It is found in the Guianas (French Guiana, Guyana, and Suriname) through northern and central Brazil to Amazonian Bolivia, Colombia, Peru, and Ecuador, and possibly in Venezuela where most if not all records represent misidentifications of
General Info
Lifespan
2-3 years
Diet
Loreto white-lipped frog is primarily insectivorous, consuming a vast array of insects. Its diet is also enriched by occasional consumption of small crustaceans, amphibian larvae, and plant matter.
Appearance
Loreto white-lipped frog is a medium-sized frog with a compact, robust body shape, and a slightly rough skin texture. It displays a predominantly brown coloration that may include speckles of lighter shades, aiding in its camouflage. Notable are the webbed feet, optimized for its aquatic habitats. Its genders are similar in appearance, with slight variations in size.
Behavior
Loreto white-lipped frog exhibits extraordinary breeding behaviors characterized by male parental care and foam nest construction that offer protection to its offspring. These frogs are mainly nocturnal, displaying activity at dusk. Loreto white-lipped frog is predominantly terrestrial, preferring to inhabit humid habitats near water bodies. Its survival is largely reliant on camouflage as it typically conceals itself during the daytime.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Southern frogs Genus
Ditch frogs Species
Loreto white-lipped frog 
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