Beautiful pygmy frog
A species of Rice frogs, Also known as Marbled pygmy frog Scientific name : Microhyla pulchra Genus : Rice frogs
Beautiful pygmy frog, A species of Rice frogs
Also known as:
Marbled pygmy frog
Scientific name: Microhyla pulchra
Genus: Rice frogs
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Description
Microhyla pulchra is a species of narrow-mouthed frog found in northeastern India, southern China, and Southeast Asia south to at least Thailand but possibly as far south as Malaysia and Singapore. It has also been introduced to Guam.
General Info
Lifespan
3-5 years
Diet
Beautiful pygmy frog sustains primarily on small invertebrates, exhibiting a particular preference for ants and termites. Its diet also includes beetles, often consumed after dusk due to their nocturnal foraging habits.
Appearance
Beautiful pygmy frog is a petite amphibian with a rounded body shape and smooth shiny skin. Its primary coloration is a striking emerald green, sometimes with scattered, irregularly arranged, dark-brown patches. The belly is plain white. It is distinguished by a dark stripe running from its snout to its large round eyes, which are adorned by vertical pupils. Both sexes and all ages have similar appearances, with no significant variations.
Behavior
Beautiful pygmy frog is primarily active at night, exhibiting nocturnal habits of foraging and calling. Known for its individualistic behavior, it prefers solitude to group interaction. Indicator of aggressiveness is seen during mating season, defining its inherent territorial instincts. It has an astounding survival adaptation of hunkering down in foliage, providing a natural camouflage against predators.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Narrow-mouthed frogs Genus
Rice frogs Species
Beautiful pygmy frog 
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