Weeping frog
A species of Physalaemus Scientific name : Physalaemus biligonigerus Genus : Physalaemus
Weeping frog, A species of Physalaemus
Scientific name: Physalaemus biligonigerus
Genus: Physalaemus
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Description
Physalaemus biligonigerus is a species of frog in the Leptodactylidae family. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, temperate shrubland, subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, subtropical or tropical moist shrubland, temperate grassland, subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland, freshwater lakes, intermittent freshwater l
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Weeping frog is primarily insectivorous, favoring diets rich in small arthropods. Specific prey includes spiders, ants, beetles, and other small invertebrates, making it an important ecosystem regulator.
Appearance
Weeping frog is a small frog typically measuring 25-35 millimeters. It has a plump body sporting a rough, warty skin. Males possess a vocal sac in the throat region, discernable when inflated. The coloration varies from greyish to brownish, often dotted with tiny, dark spots. Importantly, the groin region sports a distinct yellowish-orange shade. Individual markings are not prominent in this species.
Behavior
Weeping frog is notably nocturnal, with males commonly exhibiting vocalization during the mating season to attract females. This species typically favors burrowing to protect themselves during the day. A solitary creature, weeping frog exhibits territorial behavior towards conspecifics, particularly in mating periods.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Leiuperidae Genus
Physalaemus Species
Weeping frog 
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