Eastern golden frog
A species of Water frogs Scientific name : Pelophylax plancyi Genus : Water frogs
Eastern golden frog, A species of Water frogs
Scientific name: Pelophylax plancyi
Genus: Water frogs
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Description
The eastern golden frog (Pelophylax plancyi) is a species of true frog found in eastern and northeastern China. It is closely related to the Seoul frog, Pelophylax chosenicus and to P. fukienensis, both initially described as subspecies of P. plancyi.
General Info
Lifespan
5-6 years
Diet
Eastern golden frog primarily feeds on a diverse range of aquatic invertebrates. With keen adaptations for underwater foraging, it shows a particular preference for tadpoles, snails and small crustaceans, forming the core of its dietary repertoire.
Appearance
Eastern golden frog is a small-sized frog with smooth, moist skin. It possesses a slender body with elongated hind limbs, adapted for jumping. The prevailing color is green merging into yellow on the ventral side, often with dark, irregular spots. It bears no horns or wings, but has a distinguishable tympanum behind each eye. Both sexes appear similar with no significant differences noted between age groups or subspecies.
Behavior
Eastern golden frog are primarily nocturnal, awakening at dusk to commence voracious feeding, primarily on invertebrates. Excellent swimmers, they frequently inhabit ponds and rivers, using their strong hind legs. They aren't territorial, preferring instead to stay within a home range. Adapted for survival in their aquatic habitats, eastern golden frog have a unique freeze response to danger, immersing themselves in water to elude predators.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True frogs Genus
Water frogs Species
Eastern golden frog 
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