Javan chorus frog
A species of Rice frogs, Also known as Javanese narrow-mouthed frog Scientific name : Microhyla achatina Genus : Rice frogs
Javan chorus frog, A species of Rice frogs
Also known as:
Javanese narrow-mouthed frog
Scientific name: Microhyla achatina
Genus: Rice frogs
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Description
Microhyla achatina (commonly known as the Javan chorus frog, Java rice frog, or Javanese narrow-mouthed frog) is a species of narrow-mouthed frog endemic to Java, Indonesia.
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Lifespan
6-8 years
Diet
Javan chorus frog is primarily insectivorous, with a strong preference towards small arthropods. It employs a sit-and-wait strategy, capturing its nourishment like spiders, ants or beetles when they approach close enough.
Appearance
Javan chorus frog is a small, slim-bodied frog with delicate skin. Its distinctive features include a pointed snout and oval-shaped black eyes. It exhibits a bold coloration of dull brown or grey, sometimes marked with subtle spots or stripes. Not significantly different in appearance across genders or age, javan chorus frog maintains a uniform look throughout its life.
Behavior
Javan chorus frog is a nocturnal species, typically solitary except during mating season. It exhibits opportunistic feeding habits, consuming small invertebrates. Javan chorus frog has a distinctive call used in courtship and territorial disputes. Resilient, it thrives in various environments, from forests to rice fields, showing flexibility in its ecological adaptations.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Narrow-mouthed frogs Genus
Rice frogs Species
Javan chorus frog 
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