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Günther's Leaf-litter Frog

Günther's Leaf-litter Frog

Sylvirana guentheri

A small ranid frog species endemic to Southeast Asian regions, specifically found in countries like Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam, characterized by its cryptic coloration and terrestrial habitat preferences.

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Günther's Leaf-litter Frog
Günther's Leaf-litter Frog
Günther's Leaf-litter Frog
Günther's Leaf-litter Frog
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Humid tropical and subtropical forest floors, preferring dense leaf litter in low-elevation rainforests between 200-1,000 meters above sea level, with high humidity and moderate temperatures.

Ecological Role

Plays a critical role in forest ecosystem dynamics as both predator and prey, controlling insect populations and serving as a food source for larger vertebrates like snakes and birds.

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Rough, granular skin with mottled brown and green coloration providing excellent camouflage in forest floor environments
  • LIMBS WINGS Strong, relatively short hindlimbs adapted for quick ground movement and leaf-litter navigation
  • HEAD SENSORY Large protruding eyes with horizontal pupils, excellent camouflage-oriented vision for detecting prey and avoiding predators
  • BODY STRUCTURE Small-sized frog, typically 35-45 mm in body length, with compact muscular body adapted for ground movement
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: R. Mintern
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