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Rhacophorus
''Rhacophorus'' is a genus of frogs in the shrub frog family (biology), family (Rhacophoridae) and the related Hylidae make up the true tree frogs. They are found in India, Japan, Madagascar, Africa, and Southeast Asia. Over 40 species are currently recognised. These frogs have long toes with strong webbing between them, enabling the animals to slow their fall to a glide, a form of arboreal locomotion known as parachuting. They are, therefore, among the anura (frog), anurans commonly known as "flying frogs". The present genus is closely related to ''Polypedates'', which in former times was often included in ''Rhacophorus''. Even today, it is not fully resolved in which of these genera ''Polypedates feae, "P." feae'' and the Chinese flying frog (''"R." dennysi'') properly belong, and the supposedly new species ''"P. pingbianensis"'' has turned out to be the same as ''Rhacophorus duboisi, R. duboisi''. Reproduction These frogs lay their eggs in aerial foam nests; upon hatching, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rhacophorus Bengkuluensis
''Rhacophorus'' is a genus of frogs in the shrub frog family (biology), family (Rhacophoridae) and the related Hylidae make up the true tree frogs. They are found in India, Japan, Madagascar, Africa, and Southeast Asia. Over 40 species are currently recognised. These frogs have long toes with strong webbing between them, enabling the animals to slow their fall to a glide, a form of arboreal locomotion known as parachuting. They are, therefore, among the anura (frog), anurans commonly known as "flying frogs". The present genus is closely related to ''Polypedates'', which in former times was often included in ''Rhacophorus''. Even today, it is not fully resolved in which of these genera ''Polypedates feae, "P." feae'' and the Chinese flying frog (''"R." dennysi'') properly belong, and the supposedly new species ''"P. pingbianensis"'' has turned out to be the same as ''Rhacophorus duboisi, R. duboisi''. Reproduction These frogs lay their eggs in aerial foam nests; upon hatching, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rhacophorus Arboreus Eggｓ In Mount Ryu 2011-09-29
''Rhacophorus'' is a genus of frogs in the shrub frog family (Rhacophoridae) and the related Hylidae make up the true tree frogs. They are found in India, Japan, Madagascar, Africa, and Southeast Asia. Over 40 species are currently recognised. These frogs have long toes with strong webbing between them, enabling the animals to slow their fall to a glide, a form of arboreal locomotion known as parachuting. They are, therefore, among the anurans commonly known as "flying frogs". The present genus is closely related to ''Polypedates'', which in former times was often included in ''Rhacophorus''. Even today, it is not fully resolved in which of these genera '' "P." feae'' and the Chinese flying frog (''"R." dennysi'') properly belong, and the supposedly new species ''"P. pingbianensis"'' has turned out to be the same as '' R. duboisi''. Reproduction These frogs lay their eggs in aerial foam nests; upon hatching, tadpoles drop to the water under the nest and complete their develo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rhacophorus Bipunctatus
:''In sources published from 1999 onwards, the name ''Rhacophorus bipunctatus'' can also refer to '' R. rhodopus'' (see "Taxonomy" section).'' ''Rhacophorus bipunctatus'' is a frog species in the moss frog family (Rhacophoridae) found from eastern India into Southeast Asia, possibly to southeastern China and south to Malaysia. Due to the identification problems surrounding this species, the eastern and southern limits of its range remain undetermined; all that is known is that the species certainly occurs in the border region of India, Bangladesh, China and Myanmar; its range might extend south to Malaysia, as similar frogs have been reported from Pahang.Bordoloi ''et al.'' (2007) This species is notable for having a highly confusing taxonomy, discussed in detail in the Taxonomy section below. It had its scientific name changed twice, was described under different names two times and more than 130 years apart, and has had a second species confused with it. Only in 2007, some degr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rhacophorus Kio
''Rhacophorus kio'' is a species of flying frog in the family Rhacophoridae and is found in the rainforests of southeast Asia, in countries such as China, Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam. Its ability to glide and its adhesive toe pads make it well adapted to its habitat of the rainforest. Before a 2006 study by Annemarie Ohler and Magali Delorme, ''R. kio'' ''and Rhacophorus reinwardtii'' were thought to be the same species. The common name black-webbed treefrog can refer to either species. Compared to other frog species in the area, ''R. kio'' not only creates a foam nest that holds their eggs, but also creates a structure with leaves that will wrap around the eggs. While the conservation status of the species is currently classified as of least concern by the IUCN Red List, ''R. kio'' faces habitat loss from deforestation to make space for agriculture and other human influences. Description The tadpoles of ''Rhacophorus kio'' are a light olive color with a white colored abdome ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Malabar Gliding Frog
The Malabar gliding frog or Malabar flying frog (''Rhacophorus malabaricus'') is a rhacophorid tree frog species found in the Western Ghats of India. Pictures The term "gliding" frog refers to its ability to break its fall by stretching the webbing between its toes when making leaps down from the treetops. It can make gliding jumps of 9–12 m, a maximum of about 115 times its length. Description This frog has a body length of about 10 cm (4 in), making it one of the largest moss frogs. Males are smaller than females. Its back skin is finely granulated and the color is vivid green without markings, distinguishing it from the otherwise quite similar '' R. pseudomalabaricus'', which has a black-marbled back and was long included in the present species.E.g. by Boulenger (1890) In preserved specimens, the back turns purplish blue. The belly is more coarsely granulated – particularly under the thighs – and pale yellow. There are skin fringes between and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kalakad Gliding Frog
''Rhacophorus calcadensis'', also known as the Kalakad gliding frog, Kalakkad tree frog, and Langbian flying frog, is a species of frog in the family Rhacophoridae endemic to the southern Western Ghats in Kerala and Tamil Nadu states, India. Its name refers to its type locality, the town of Kalakkad in Tamil Nadu. Description Their size ranges from 20 to 90 mm. Dorsal coloration is pale greenish-brown with mottling on the flanks. The underbelly is fawn to pale green. Webbing of similar coloration exists between the fingers and toes. Skin flaps are found on fore and hind limbs, with a spur on each hind limb. Habitat and habits Its natural habitats are tropical moist lowland forests, montane forests, and rivers. It is observed over heights of 30 m in the forest canopy during the day. They breed before or after monsoon seasons by descending to shallow pools or slow-flowing streams. Groups of four or five males vocalize around females. The call is a moderately loud "chuch-ch ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rhacophorus Calcadensis
''Rhacophorus calcadensis'', also known as the Kalakad gliding frog, Kalakkad tree frog, and Langbian flying frog, is a species of frog in the family Rhacophoridae Endemism, endemic to the southern Western Ghats in Kerala and Tamil Nadu states, India. Its name refers to its Type locality (biology), type locality, the town of Kalakkad in Tamil Nadu. Description Their size ranges from 20 to 90 mm. Dorsum (anatomy), Dorsal coloration is pale greenish-brown with mottling on the flanks. The underbelly is fawn to pale green. Webbing of similar coloration exists between the fingers and toes. Skin flaps are found on fore and hind limbs, with a spur on each hind limb. Habitat and habits Its natural habitats are tropical moist lowland forests, montane forests, and rivers. It is observed over heights of 30 m in the forest Canopy (biology), canopy during the day. They breed before or after monsoon seasons by descending to shallow pools or slow-flowing streams. Groups of four or five m ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rhacophorus Borneensis
''Rhacophorus borneensis'' is a species of frog in the family Rhacophoridae. This recently (2013) described species is endemic to Malaysian Borneo where it is known from its type locality in the Maliau Basin Conservation Area, Sandakan Division, Sabah as well as from the Batang Ai National Park, Sarawak. Prior to its description, it was included in ''Rhacophorus reinwardtii''. It is said to be "one of the prettiest frogs of Borneo". Common name Borneo flying frog has been coined for it. Description The type series consists of an adult male and female in amplexus. The male measured in snout–vent length (SVL) and the female . Literature records for Bornean "''Rhacophorus reinwardtii''", likely representing this species, give a range for males and for females. The body is dorsoventrally compressed. The snout is rounded dorsally and sloping downwards in profile. The eyes are large and protuberant. The canthus is distinct and blunt. The tympanum is distinct and subcircular; ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rhacophorus Calcaneus
''Rhacophorus calcaneus'' (vernacular name: Vietnam flying frog) is a species of frog in the family Rhacophoridae. It is endemic to Vietnam. It has been extensively confused with ''Rhacophorus robertingeri'', making it difficult to know its true range. Its natural habitats are evergreen forests at elevations of above sea level. It is threatened by collection for the international pet trade and by habitat loss and degradation caused by rapidly expanding agriculture, including cash crops such as rubber, coffee and tea. References Rhacophorus, calcaneus Amphibians of Vietnam Endemic fauna of Vietnam Amphibians described in 1924 Taxa named by Malcolm Arthur Smith Taxonomy articles created by Polbot {{Rhacophoridae-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rhacophorus Baluensis
''Rhacophorus baluensis'' (common name: Balu flying frog) is a species of frog in the family Rhacophoridae found in northern Sabah and Sarawak in Malaysian Borneo. It is likely to be found in northern Kalimantan. Its natural habitats are submontane and montane forests. Male frogs gather at small ponds. It is potentially threatened by habitat loss Habitat destruction (also termed habitat loss and habitat reduction) is the process by which a natural habitat becomes incapable of supporting its native species. The organisms that previously inhabited the site are displaced or dead, thereby ... caused by logging. References External links Sound recordings of ''Rhacophorus baluensis'' at BioAcoustica baluensis Amphibians of Malaysia Endemic fauna of Malaysia Endemic fauna of Borneo Taxonomy articles created by Polbot Amphibians described in 1954 Amphibians of Borneo {{Rhacophoridae-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rhacophorus Catamitus
''Rhacophorus catamitus'' is a species of frogs in the family Rhacophoridae. It is endemic to Sumatra, Indonesia, and occurs in the Barisan Mountains at elevations of above sea level. Its natural habitats are tropical forests. Males call from low vegetation near streams. It is probably impacted by habitat loss Habitat destruction (also termed habitat loss and habitat reduction) is the process by which a natural habitat becomes incapable of supporting its native species. The organisms that previously inhabited the site are displaced or dead, thereby .... References catamitus Fauna of Sumatra Endemic fauna of Indonesia Amphibians of Indonesia Frogs of Asia Amphibians described in 2002 Taxonomy articles created by Polbot {{Rhacophoridae-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rhacophorus Edentulus
''Rhacophorus edentulus'' (Celebes flying frog) is a species of frog in the family Rhacophoridae endemic to Sulawesi, Indonesia. Its natural habitats are rivers, freshwater marsh A marsh is a wetland that is dominated by herbaceous rather than woody plant species.Keddy, P.A. 2010. Wetland Ecology: Principles and Conservation (2nd edition). Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, UK. 497 p Marshes can often be found a ...es, and intermittent freshwater marshes. References edentulus Amphibians of Sulawesi Endemic fauna of Indonesia Taxonomy articles created by Polbot Amphibians described in 1894 {{Rhacophoridae-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
