Perez's frog
A species of Water frogs, Also known as Iberian green frog Scientific name : Pelophylax perezi Genus : Water frogs
Perez's frog, A species of Water frogs
Also known as:
Iberian green frog
Scientific name: Pelophylax perezi
Genus: Water frogs
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Description
The Perez's frog, also known as Iberian waterfrog, Iberian green frog, or Coruna frog (Pelophylax perezi) is a species of frog in the Ranidae family. It is native to southern France, Portugal, Spain, and has been introduced to the Azores, Madeira, the Canary and Balearic Islands, and the United Kingdom (two sites); in the Iberian Peninsula it is widespread and common, as evidenced by its Spanish name rana común ("common frog").
General Info
Lifespan
5-11 years
Diet
Perez's frog principally feeds on a variety of invertebrates, primarily comprising insects. With a preference for beetles, spiders, and ants, it uses its long, sticky tongue to prey upon them.
Appearance
Perez's frog is a medium-sized frog, with a robust body and a smooth skinned texture. The dorsal side exhibits different shades of green, often interrupted by black and dark green spots. Males usually have a pair of external vocal sacs. Little changes are noted between different stages of life or gender, with both sexes almost identical in appearance.
Behavior
Perez's frog displays distinctive diurnal and nocturnal behaviors, active both at night and day. Individuals engage in social interactions, particularly during the breeding period, emitting a well-recognized croak. This semiaquatic species forages predominantly in aquatic environments and defends its territory against intruders during the breeding season.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True frogs Genus
Water frogs Species
Perez's frog 
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