Mozambique ridged frog
A species of Ridged frogs Scientific name : Ptychadena mossambica Genus : Ridged frogs
Mozambique ridged frog, A species of Ridged frogs
Scientific name: Ptychadena mossambica
Genus: Ridged frogs
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Description
The Mozambique ridged frog (Ptychadena mossambica, also known as the broad-banded grass frog, Mozambique grass frog, Mozambique grassland frog, or single-striped grass frog) is a species of frog in the Ptychadenidae family. These frogs can swim fairly well, jump far and can crawl with ease through dense plants. Their strong hindlegs can launch them up to three metres into the air in a single bound.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Mozambique ridged frog principally consumes various invertebrates, notably insects. This species specifically has a preference for beetles and ants, using its excellent jumping ability to catch them as a source of sustenance.
Appearance
The mozambique ridged frog is a medium-sized frog, with a slim, sleek body covered in smooth, moist skin. Its coloration varies from brown to olive-green, often adorned with darker spots or stripes. Both sexes possess a distinct whitish underside. Unlike many frog species, it lacks the noticeable tympanum. Differences in appearance between age groups or genders are not significant.
Behavior
Mozambique ridged frog is primarily nocturnal, favoring moist habitats near water bodies. This solitary species exhibits mating behavior characterized by males' loud, repetitive mating calls. Their survival strategy emphasizes quick escape, often leaping away into nearby water when threatened. Mozambique ridged frog lays eggs in temporary water pools, structuring its reproductive cycle around the wet season.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Grassland frogs Genus
Ridged frogs Species
Mozambique ridged frog 
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