Pale frog
A species of Australasian treefrogs Scientific name : Litoria pallida Genus : Australasian treefrogs
Pale frog, A species of Australasian treefrogs
Scientific name: Litoria pallida
Genus: Australasian treefrogs
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Description General Info
Description
The pale frog (Litoria pallida) is a species of frog in the Hylidae family, endemic to Australia. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland, and intermittent freshwater marshes.
General Info
Lifespan
6-10 years
Diet
Pale frog predominantly feeds on small insects, including spiders and beetles. This arboreal frog relies heavily on a diet rich in arthropods, emphasizing an important role in insect population control within its habitat.
AdultSize
medium
Appearance
Pale frog is a medium-size tree frog with a slim, smooth body. The skin is primarily a dull green or olive, often with yellow or brown accenting the legs and back. Its most notable features are its large, protuberant eyes exhibiting an orange-brown hue. Younger frogs tend to be brighter in color than older individuals. No significant differences are seen between males and females or between different subspecies.
Behavior
The pale frog is a nocturnal and arboreal frog, showing a predilection for tree hollows and vegetation near water bodies. It exhibits a diet specialized in small invertebrates. Pale frog are solitary creatures, only interacting with others for mating. Males use vocalisation to attract females, showing territorial guarding behavior. It has developed excellent camouflage for survival in its arboreal habitat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Genus
Australasian treefrogs Species
Pale frog 
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