Chloronate huia frog
A species of Odorous frog, Also known as Green cascade frog Scientific name : Odorrana chloronota Genus : Odorous frog
Chloronate huia frog, A species of Odorous frog
Also known as:
Green cascade frog
Scientific name: Odorrana chloronota
Genus: Odorous frog
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Description
Odorrana chloronota (chloronate huia frog or copper-cheeked frog) is a species of frog in the Ranidae family that is found in Cambodia, China, Hong Kong, India, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, and possibly Bangladesh and Nepal.
General Info
Lifespan
1-2 years
Diet
Chloronate huia frog predominantly feeds on arthropods, specifically devouring insects such as crickets and beetles. This amphibian also shows a preference for small snails, supplementing its protein-rich diet.
Appearance
Chloronate huia frog is a moderately-sized frog with a robust, streamlined body. It boasts an unevenly granular skin with an overall verdant or leaf green coloration. The back has dark patches scattered throughout, providing camouflage. The frog's underbelly is a paler shade of green. Males and females are virtually indistinguishable in size and coloring.
Behavior
Chloronate huia frog exhibits a semi-aquatic and nocturnal lifestyle, spending daytime hiding under stones or in water and becoming active at night. Chloronate huia frog displays a complex breeding behavior, with males producing distinctive calls to attract females. The species is solitary, except during mating, and adapts well to its natural stream habitat with strong swimming capabilities.
Population
Decreasing
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True frogs Genus
Odorous frog Species
Chloronate huia frog