Limon robber frog
A species of Pristimantis Scientific name : Pristimantis cerasinus Genus : Pristimantis
Limon robber frog, A species of Pristimantis
Scientific name: Pristimantis cerasinus
Genus: Pristimantis
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Description
Pristimantis cerasinus is a species of frog in the family Craugastoridae. Its common name is Limon robber frog. It is found in Costa Rica, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama from sea level to 1,300Â m (4,300Â ft) asl. Its natural habitats are humid lowland and montane forests. It can sometimes occur on small coffee farms. It is threatened by habitat loss.
General Info
Lifespan
4-6 years
Diet
Limon robber frog primarily feeds on small invertebrates, exhibiting a predilection for arthropods. Meticulous foraging strategies enable them to hunt efficiently, cornering their prey in local microhabitats.
Appearance
Limon robber frog is a small frog, typically about 2 cm in length. This species has display smooth, dark reddish-brown skin with asymmetric black spots scattered across its body. Its hands and feet have rounded fingertips, aiding in gripping. Both sexes look similar, although the males are slightly smaller. Young specimens exhibit brighter colors compared to the adults.
Behavior
Limon robber frog exhibits terrain-specific adaptations and predominantly solitary behavior. Notably, its night-active nature facilitates catching insects, its primary diet. Surprisingly, it does not vocalize to claim territory or lure mates as is usual among similar species, making it unique.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Strabomantidae Genus
Pristimantis Species
Limon robber frog 
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