Browns' leopard frog
A species of American frogs Scientific name : Lithobates brownorum Genus : American frogs
Browns' leopard frog, A species of American frogs
Scientific name: Lithobates brownorum
Genus: American frogs
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Description
Lithobates brownorum is a species of frog native to southern Veracruz and northeastern Oaxaca east through the Yucatan Peninsula and the uplands of Chiapas in southern Mexico through Guatemala and Honduras to Nicaragua. Its separateness from Lithobates berlandieri has been questioned but molecular data now support the conclusion that it is a separate species.
General Info
Lifespan
2-3 years
Diet
Browns' leopard frog primarily feeds on a variety of small invertebrates, predominantly insects and spiders. Adapted for sit-and-wait hunting, this species exhibits a carnivorous diet, thus playing an integral role in controlling local invertebrate populations.
Appearance
Browns' leopard frog is a medium-sized amphibian, with a streamlined body and smooth skin. Its primary coloration, green to nearly black, trends darker with age. The most recognisable feature is its vivid lime-green dorsal stripe which differs significantly in wideness and straightness. Both genders are alike, with no significant variations found. Its long, muscular hind legs hint at its agility and adept swimming abilities.
Behavior
Browns' leopard frog exhibit nocturnal habits, emerging to forage at dusk. They are typically solitary but join groups during mating season. Their primary defense mechanism includes camouflage, blending in with their surrounding environment. Their territory, marked by secretions, is aggressively defended against intruders.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True frogs Genus
American frogs Species
Browns' leopard frog 
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