Brown-bordered snouted tree frog
A species of Snouted treefrogs Scientific name : Scinax fuscomarginatus Genus : Snouted treefrogs
Brown-bordered snouted tree frog, A species of Snouted treefrogs
Scientific name: Scinax fuscomarginatus
Genus: Snouted treefrogs
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Description
Scinax fuscomarginatus is a species of frog in the family Hylidae. It is found in Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, and Paraguay. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, moist savanna, subtropical or tropical moist shrubland, subtropical or tropical high-altitude shrubland, subtropical or tropical seasonally wet or flooded lowland grassland, intermittent freshwater lakes, freshwater marshes, intermittent freshwater marsh
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
The diet of brown-bordered snouted tree frog primarily comprises small invertebrates. It particularly favors arthropods and mammals for regular night-time feeding, showcasing its nocturnal insectivorous habit.
Appearance
Brown-bordered snouted tree frog is a petite amphibian with a slender body and smooth skin. This frog sports a unique hooded shade of brown, punctuated by darker margins along the upper lip and flanks. It possesses a distinctively webbed hindfoot and large toe pad. There are no noticeable differences in appearance between sexes, ages or subspecies. This frog's striking coloration and patterns provide an instantly recognizable identity.
Behavior
Brown-bordered snouted tree frog is an amphibian species that exhibits nocturnal behaviors, primarily active during the night for foraging. It has strong territorial tendencies marked by distinctive vocalizations. Solitary in nature, it congregates only for breeding purposes. Remarkably adapted to its riverine habitat, it uses its unique skin color for effective camouflage.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Tree frogs and their allies Genus
Snouted treefrogs Species
Brown-bordered snouted tree frog 
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