Physalaemus cuvieri
A species of Physalaemus Scientific name : Physalaemus cuvieri Genus : Physalaemus
Physalaemus cuvieri, A species of Physalaemus
Scientific name: Physalaemus cuvieri
Genus: Physalaemus
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Description
Physalaemus cuvieri is a species of frog in the Leptodactylidae family. It is found in Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, possibly Bolivia, possibly Guyana, possibly Uruguay, and possibly Venezuela. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, moist savanna, subtropical or tropical dry lowland grassland, subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland, intermittent freshwater lakes, intermittent freshwater marshes, arable land, pastureland, p
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
The diet of physalaemus cuvieri primarily consists of small invertebrates. It particularly seeks out and consumes various types of insects, including beetles and ant larvae, integrating rich protein into its nutrition.
Appearance
Physalaemus cuvieri is a small-sized amphibian with smooth, moist skin. Its body is rounded in shape with a flat belly. The skin color varies from dark grey to brown, often displaying irregular patches. It has a pointed snout, large vocal sac, and visible tympanum. The limbs are short and robust, with webbed feet. There are no significant differences in appearances between age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Physalaemus cuvieri are most noted for their unique mating rituals which involve complex, rhythmic vocalizations by males to attract females. They are typically solitary, but become social during the breeding season. They don't exhibit strong territorial behavior, adapting instead to a variety of habitats within their range.
Population
Stable
Photo By Diogo B. Provete , used under CC-BY-SA-2.5 /Cropped and compressed from original
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Leiuperidae Genus
Physalaemus Species
Physalaemus cuvieri