Black-webbed treefrog
A species of Flying frogs Scientific name : Rhacophorus kio Genus : Flying frogs
Black-webbed treefrog, A species of Flying frogs
Scientific name: Rhacophorus kio
Genus: Flying frogs
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Description
Rhacophorus kio is species of frog in the Rhacophoridae family. First described from Laos, this species is also known from southern China (Yunnan and Guangxi provinces), northern Thailand, eastern India, Vietnam, and Cambodia. It quite possibly occurs in Myanmar too. Prior to the description of this species in 2006, it was confused with Rhacophorus reinwardtii. The common name black-webbed treefrog can refer to either species.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Black-webbed treefrog primarily feeds on various insects. Exhibiting a strong preference for mosquitoes, moth larvae and beetles, this species uses its specially-adapted long tongue to capture prey, ensuring a rich protein diet.
Appearance
Black-webbed treefrog is a medium-sized frog with smooth, moist skin. The main body color is a vivid green, which helps it blend into leafy environments. Unique to this species are black-bordered light green stripes running down its back and curved dark patterns on its belly. It possesses long slender limbs, webbed feet, and large toe pads for tree-dwelling. No significant differences in appearance are noted between genders or age groups.
Behavior
Black-webbed treefrog exhibits arboreal, nocturnal behavior, using its unique webbed feet for efficient gliding between trees, which includes courtship displays. Known for laying eggs in foam nests on tree branches, it demonstrates exceptional parental care as females guard the eggs. Its territorial behavior is marked by vocalizations used to intimidate rivals and attract mates.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Shrub frogs Genus
Flying frogs Species
Black-webbed treefrog 
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