Barking marsh frog
A species of Australian swamp frogs, Also known as Long-thumbed frog Scientific name : Limnodynastes fletcheri Genus : Australian swamp frogs
Barking marsh frog, A species of Australian swamp frogs
Also known as:
Long-thumbed frog
Scientific name: Limnodynastes fletcheri
Genus: Australian swamp frogs
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Description
The long-thumbed frog, Fletcher's frog or barking marsh frog (Limnodynastes fletcheri) is a species of non-burrowing ground frog native to southeastern Australia. The species belongs to the genus Limnodynastes. The twelve species in the genus are characterised by a lack of toe pads. Following phylogenetic analysis, the species was placed in L.peronii clade group alongside L. depressus, L. tasmaniensis and L. peronii.
General Info
Lifespan
6-10 years
Diet
Barking marsh frog is an insectivorous species, primarily consuming small arthropods. With a preference for beetles and spiders, this animal is also known to devour various types of insects and worms.
AdultSize
medium
Appearance
Barking marsh frog is a medium-sized amphibian notable for its smooth skin and rounded body, exhibiting a dwarf-like stature. It boasts a predominantly greyish-brown hue, with dark onyx-like bands across its back. Its physique includes prominent webbed hind feet and alert, forward-facing eyes. Both sexes retain similar visual features, without significant age or gender-based variations.
Behavior
Barking marsh frog predominantly exhibits nocturnal behavior, surfacing from subterranean burrows after dusk for feeding and mating. Notable for its vocal mating calls, males perform distinctive advertise calls for females. It lives a primarily solitary lifestyle, barring the breeding season. Aggressive encounters for territories or mates are rare, with disputes often being resolved through vocal dominance.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Australian ground frogs Genus
Australian swamp frogs Species
Barking marsh frog 
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