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Growling Grass Frog

Litoria raniformis

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About Growling Grass Frog

Breeds in temporary water bodies, such as ponds and wetlandsMales engage in loud, growling calls to attract femalesFemales lay up to 1,000 eggs, which hatch into tadpoles after several daysTadpoles undergo metamorphosis, emerging as juvenile frogs after several weeksAdults are carnivorous, feeding on insects and small invertebrates

Size

4 - 6 cm

Weight

10 - 20 g

Lifespan

up to 5-7 years

Diet

Insects (flies, beetles, ants), Spiders and other small invertebrates

Conservation Status

Status

Vulnerable

Population Trend

declining

Threats

  • Habitat loss and degradation
  • Pollution
  • Climate change
  • Disease (chytridiomycosis)

Additional Notes

The Growling Grass Frog is a threatened species in Australia, with its population declining due to habitat loss, pollution, climate change, and disease.

Distribution

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Victoria

Oceania • Australia

New South Wales

Oceania • Australia

The Growling Grass Frog is a threatened species found in southeastern Australia, inhabiting wetlands, grasslands, and urban areas.