Lesser balloon frog
A species of Uperodon, Also known as Globular frog Scientific name : Uperodon systoma Genus : Uperodon
Lesser balloon frog, A species of Uperodon
Also known as:
Globular frog
Scientific name: Uperodon systoma
Genus: Uperodon
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Description General Info
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Description
Uperodon systoma is a species of narrow-mouthed frog found in Pakistan, India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is known under many different common names: indistinct frog, marbled balloon frog, and lesser balloon frog.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Lesser balloon frog primarily subsists on a diet comprising small insects and other arthropods. Preferring nocturnal foraging, it skillfully captures prey using its wide and sticky tongue, a feature characteristic of this species.
Appearance
Lesser balloon frog is a small frog around 2.7 cm in length. Its skin, covered with conspicuous granular projections, ranges from dark to light brown. Adult male lesser balloon frog are characterized by their flat head and snout, while females have a comparatively rounder shape. This species lacks distinctive patterns, but occasional bright yellow spots may adorn its dorsum. The ventral side contrasts in color, typically being a light or pale orange.
Behavior
Lesser balloon frog is essentially nocturnal, residing in decaying trees or under rocks during the day. Characterized by their vivid vocalizing, these animals adopt a solitary lifestyle, interacting only for mating. Their survival strategy is camouflage, blending effectively with the surrounding environment to evade predators.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Narrow-mouthed frogs Genus
Uperodon Species
Lesser balloon frog 
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