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Peat swamp frog

A species of Fanged frogs
Scientific name : Limnonectes malesianus Genus : Fanged frogs

Peat swamp frog, A species of Fanged frogs
Scientific name: Limnonectes malesianus
Genus: Fanged frogs
Peat swamp frog (Limnonectes malesianus) Photo By sullivanribbit , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

Description

The Malesian frog, Malaysian river frog, Malaysian peat frog, or peat swamp frog (Limnonectes malesianus) is a species of frog in the Dicroglossidae family. It is found on the Malay Peninsula (including extreme southern peninsular Thailand and Singapore), Sumatra, Java, Borneo (Indonesia, Malaysia), and a range of islands on the Sunda Shelf (Pulau Kundur, Palau Gallang, Great Natuna Island, Sinkeo Island). Its natural habitats are shallow, gentle streams

General Info

Lifespan

5-7 years

Diet

Peat swamp frog primarily feeds on insects, demonstrating a pronounced preference for insect larvae. This carnivorous diet enables it to thrive in diverse terrestrial and freshwater environments.

Appearance

Peat swamp frog is a medium-sized amphibian with a sturdy, robust build. It has smooth skin that is primarily mottled brown, providing excellent camouflage in its damp, leafy habitat. The legs are muscular and adapted for jumping, with webbed toes for swimming. Males are distinguished by their larger size and the unique vocal sacs appearing as swollen areas at the corners of their mouths.

Behavior

Peat swamp frog is primarily nocturnal, exhibiting significant movement during the night. It demonstrates territorial characteristics, defending its space from intruders with aggressive postures and vocalizations. Peat swamp frog is known for its unique reproductive tactic—amplexus, during which the male secures the female tightly for mating. The species tends to inhabit bodies of water, implying a likelihood for aquatic foraging activities.

Population

Decreasing
Peat swamp frog (Limnonectes malesianus) Peat swamp frog (Limnonectes malesianus) Photo By sullivanribbit , used under CC-BY-NC-4.0 /Cropped and compressed from original

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