Khabarovsk frog
A species of Holarctic true frogs, Also known as Heilongjiang brown frog Scientific name : Rana amurensis Genus : Holarctic true frogs
Khabarovsk frog, A species of Holarctic true frogs
Also known as:
Heilongjiang brown frog
Scientific name: Rana amurensis
Genus: Holarctic true frogs
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Description
Rana amurensis (Khabarovsk frog, Siberian wood frog, Heilongjiang brown frog or Amur brown frog) is a species of true frog found in northern Asia. It ranges across western Siberia, as well as northeastern China, northeastern Mongolia, and on the northern Korean Peninsula and on Sakhalin. Rana coreana was previously included in this species as a subspecies.
General Info
Lifespan
6-8 years
Diet
Khabarovsk frog primarily consumes invertebrates, including insects, spiders, and mollusks. Particularly favoring beetles and ants, this amphibian's diet varies depending on seasonal availability and local environmental conditions.
Appearance
Khabarovsk frog is a medium-sized frog with a robust body and smooth, damp skin. It displays a range of colorations from brown to gray with darker irregular patches. Noted for its distinct tympanum, it has well-developed hindlimbs for swimming. Males usually have rougher skin and are slightly smaller than females. As with most frogs, there are visible changes in appearance from tadpole to adult.
Behavior
Khabarovsk frog exhibits mainly nocturnal behavior, feeding on insects and small invertebrates. This species breeds in early spring, showing distinctive male vocalizations to attract females. Khabarovsk frog are usually solitary but gather in large groups for reproduction. They display territorial aggression, particularly during breeding season, and are adapted to survive harsh winter conditions by hibernating under frozen riverbeds.
Population
Decreasing
Photo By A. C. Tatarinov , used under CC-BY-SA-3.0 /Cropped and compressed from original
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True frogs Genus
Holarctic true frogs Species
Khabarovsk frog