
Deli little pygmy frog
A species of Microhylid frogs, Also known as False ornate narrow-mouthed frog Scientific name : Micryletta inornata Genus : Microhylid frogs
Deli little pygmy frog, A species of Microhylid frogs
Also known as:
False ornate narrow-mouthed frog
Scientific name: Micryletta inornata
Genus: Microhylid frogs
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Description

Micryletta inornata is a species of narrow-mouthed frog found in the Andaman Islands and Southeast Asia.

General Info

Lifespan
3-5 years
Diet
Deli little pygmy frog exhibits an insectivorous diet, consuming primarily a variety of small invertebrates. Specialized for life in marshy habitats, it shows a particular preference for aquatic insects and their larvae.
Appearance
Deli little pygmy frog is a small, sleek-bodied frog, characteristically smooth-skinned. It primarily exhibits a uniform brown coloration, with a darker brown stripe running down the spine. This species lacks distinctive adornments such as horns or wings and both sexes display a similar appearance with no notable differences. Its compact size and simplistic design are attributes that uniquely set it apart.
Behavior
Deli little pygmy frog is a terrestrial, nocturnal species that is solitary outside of mating periods. It utilizes substrate-borne communication for mate attraction, exhibiting, a unique behavior in the frog world. Marking territory through calls, its ability to survive in lowland pond habitats is partly due to remarkable adaptability amidst vegetation clearance occurring in these areas.
Population
Decreasing

Scientific Classification

Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Narrow-mouthed frogs Genus
Microhylid frogs Species
Deli little pygmy frog