Mascarene grass frog
A species of Ridged frogs, Also known as Mascarene grassland frog Scientific name : Ptychadena mascareniensis Genus : Ridged frogs
Mascarene grass frog, A species of Ridged frogs
Also known as:
Mascarene grassland frog
Scientific name: Ptychadena mascareniensis
Genus: Ridged frogs
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Description
The Mascarene grass frog or Mascarene ridged frog (Ptychadena mascareniensis) is a species of frog in the Ptychadenidae family. It is found in Angola, Botswana, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Ivory Coast, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Rwanda, Réunion, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Sudan, Tanzan
General Info
Lifespan
6-10 years
Diet
Mascarene grass frog primarily subsists on small invertebrates, particularly insects. This species showcases opportunistic feeding, thus employing broad dietary variability from day-to-day as a survival strategy.
Appearance
Mascarene grass frog is a medium-sized frog, characterized by a stream-lined body covered with sleek and wet skin. It is usually colored a greenish-yellow with brown or green blotches, which camouflages it among the vegetation. Males display a distinctive yellow throat. It lacks any notable features like horns or tails, although it does possess sturdy hind legs adapted for powerful leaps.
Behavior
Mascarene grass frog is a solitary and nocturnal species with strong territorial behavior, known to defend its territory by releasing distinct croaking sounds. This species tends to live in close vicinity to watering holes and its primary survival behavior includes burrowing into soft ground to escape predators or extreme temperatures.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Grassland frogs Genus
Ridged frogs Species
Mascarene grass frog 
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