Amazon rain frog
A species of Pristimantis Scientific name : Pristimantis altamazonicus Genus : Pristimantis
Amazon rain frog, A species of Pristimantis
Scientific name: Pristimantis altamazonicus
Genus: Pristimantis
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Description
Pristimantis altamazonicus is a species of frog in the family Craugastoridae. As currently defined, it is known from the Amazonian Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. Following a study by Ortega-Andrade and colleagues published in 2017, Pristimantis brevicrus (Andersson, 1945), thought to be a synonym of Pristimantis altamazonicus, was resurrected. Furthermore, specimens from Brazil and Bolivia traditionally referred to this species were found to represent other, as yet undes
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Amazon rain frog is an insectivorous species, predominantly feeding on small invertebrates. Its diet is marked by diverse arthropods, with a major focus on spiders and beetles.
Appearance
Amazon rain frog is a small, robust frog, having smooth to slightly granular skin. It primarily sports a brown body with umbral markings. Distinctively, the species exhibits round, red eyes with vertical pupils. However, this may vary as some possess yellowish-green eyes. In terms of sexual dimorphism, females are generally larger and may display different colorations.
Behavior
Amazon rain frog is a nocturnal species that actively forages at night for insects. It has a solitary nature, interacting with others of its kind primarily during the breeding season. It exhibits territorial behaviors with vocalizations and physical contests used to establish dominance. This species is adapted to a forest habitat, expertly using camouflage against leaf litter for survival.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Strabomantidae Genus
Pristimantis Species
Amazon rain frog 
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