Vermiculated Forest Tree Frog (Leptopelis vermiculatus) — Endangered Amphibia

Vermiculated Forest Tree Frog

Leptopelis vermiculatus

Conservation Status

Endangered

Amphibia · Anura · Arthroleptidae

About

Leptopelis vermiculatus, also known as the peacock tree frog, Amani forest treefrog, or vermiculated tree frog, is a species of frog found in forest areas in Tanzania. Sometimes the common name big-eyed tree frog is used, but this may also refer to another species, Leptopelis macrotis.

Fun Fact

This East African tree frog lays eggs in foam nests in moist leaf litter far from water, and the tadpoles slide down rain-soaked vegetation to reach pools when they hatch.

Quick Facts

Habitat

To be updated

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

  • Restricted Range in Eastern Arc Mountains
  • Deforestation of Eastern Arc Forest
  • Climate Change Vulnerability

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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