Stejneger's paddy frog
A species of Microhylid frogs, Also known as Paddy frog Scientific name : Micryletta steinegeri Genus : Microhylid frogs
Stejneger's paddy frog, A species of Microhylid frogs
Also known as:
Paddy frog
Scientific name: Micryletta steinegeri
Genus: Microhylid frogs
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Description
Micryletta steinegeri (common names: Stejneger's paddy frog, Stejneger's narrow-mouthed toad, paddy frog, Taiwan little pygmy frog) is a species of frog in the family Microhylidae. It is endemic to central and southern Taiwan. In the past it has also been considered as a synonym of Micryletta inornata from continental Asia.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Stejneger's paddy frog predominantly consumes small invertebrates found near aquatic environments. Laden in its diet are insects, crustaceans, and mollusks which it actively forages for during night time.
Appearance
Stejneger's paddy frog is small, with a streamlined amphibian body covered in smooth, moist skin. It's primarily dark brown, becoming lighter on the belly with occasional irregular dark patches. Males are distinguished by their black vocal sacs. This species doesn't have any external horns, wings or tails. Although there's little size difference between genders, females may appear slightly bulkier.
Behavior
Stejneger's paddy frog is a predominantly nocturnal species, favoring habitats with dense leaf litter which it traverses to forage for small insects and crustaceans. This species is not social, displaying a solitary behavior. Unlike its frogressors, stejneger's paddy frog employs a unique escape tactic, leaping and spinning to confuse predators. It demonstrates considerable territoriality, and song vocalizations are a common form of territorial establishment and defense.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Narrow-mouthed frogs Genus
Microhylid frogs Species
Stejneger's paddy frog 
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