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Vaillant's Frog

Vaillant's Frog

Lithobates vaillanti

A medium-sized aquatic amphibian endemic to Central America, specifically found in regions of Mexico and Guatemala, characterized by its adaptability to diverse humid environments.

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Vaillant's Frog
Vaillant's Frog
Vaillant's Frog
Vaillant's Frog
Vaillant's Frog
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Tropical and subtropical freshwater ecosystems, including streams, rivers, marshes, and humid forest floors at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 1,500 meters

Ecological Role

Critical component of riparian food webs, controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger predators like snakes and birds

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Smooth, moist skin with variable coloration including green, brown, and gray tones for camouflage
  • LIMBS WINGS Strong muscular hind limbs for swimming and jumping, webbed feet for efficient aquatic movement
  • HEAD SENSORY Large prominent eyes, wide mouth, well-developed tympanic membrane for sound reception
  • BODY STRUCTURE Robust body, typically 5-8 cm in length, with streamlined form adapted for aquatic locomotion
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Pavel Kirillov from St.Petersburg, Russia
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