Rockhole frog
A species of Australasian treefrogs Scientific name : Litoria meiriana Genus : Australasian treefrogs
Rockhole frog, A species of Australasian treefrogs
Scientific name: Litoria meiriana
Genus: Australasian treefrogs
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Description General Info
Description
The rockhole frog (Litoria meiriana) is a species of frog in the Hylidae family, endemic to Australia. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, rivers, freshwater marshes, rocky areas, and caves. They also live in small ponds.
General Info
Lifespan
8-10 years
Diet
Rockhole frog primarily consumes various types of insects, showing a preference for small, soft-bodiedinsects, including beetles and moths. The diet reflects its arboreal and nocturnal lifestyle, hunting exclusively during dusk and dawn.
AdultSize
small
Behavior
Rockhole frog displays nocturnal foraging behavior, utilizing its dexterous toes to secure invertebrate prey. This solitary species occasionally exhibits group engagement during breeding season. Unique to its survival in the subtropical rainforest, it uses vocal signals for territorial demarcation, emphasizing its unique communication behavior within pitch-dark environments.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Genus
Australasian treefrogs Species
Rockhole frog