Chinese brown frog
A species of Holarctic true frogs Scientific name : Rana chensinensis Genus : Holarctic true frogs
Chinese brown frog, A species of Holarctic true frogs
Scientific name: Rana chensinensis
Genus: Holarctic true frogs
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Description General Info
Description
The Asiatic grass frog or Chinese brown frog (Rana chensinensis) is a species of frog in the Ranidae family, found in China and Mongolia.
General Info
Lifespan
4-6 years
Diet
Chinese brown frog mainly feeds on arthropods, including insects and spiders, showcasing an insectivorous behavior. Specific food preferences include earthworms, beetles, and various fly species, fulfilling a significant portion of its daily nutritional demand.
Appearance
Chinese brown frog is a medium-sized frog with a streamlined shape and smooth, moist skin. Dominantly dark brown, it possesses orange spots on its limbs and flank, along with a white belly. It exhibits an enlarged head with a conspicuous indent between the eyes. Unlike many other frogs, it does not possess tympanic membranes (ear drums) and males grow nuptial pads during mating season. The visual difference between the sexes is otherwise negligible.
Behavior
Chinese brown frog primarily exhibits a nocturnal lifestyle, foraging for food under the aquatic environment it calls its habitat. This solitary species demonstrates unique behavior during breeding, with the males calling from water bodies to attract females. Interestingly, chinese brown frog is not typically aggressive, showing limited territorial behavior. Survival in its habitat is facilitated by nocturnal activity, reducing interactions with potential predators.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
True frogs Genus
Holarctic true frogs Species
Chinese brown frog 
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