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Esmeraldas Robber Frog

Esmeraldas Robber Frog

Diasporus gularis

A small arboreal frog species endemic to the Pacific coastal regions of Ecuador, characterized by its cryptic coloration and specialized habitat adaptations.

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Esmeraldas Robber Frog
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Tropical rainforest understory and humid montane forests at elevations between 100-1,000 meters, primarily in the Esmeraldas province of northwestern Ecuador

Ecological Role

Key insectivore in tropical forest ecosystems, controlling invertebrate populations and serving as prey for larger predators

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Smooth, moist skin with cryptic coloration ranging from brown to green, enabling camouflage
  • LIMBS WINGS Short, muscular limbs with adhesive toe pads for arboreal climbing and jumping
  • HEAD SENSORY Large, protruding eyes with excellent night vision, specialized for detecting small prey
  • BODY STRUCTURE Small-bodied frog, typically 20-30 mm in body length, compact and lightweight
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Mauricio Rivera Correa
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