Amphibian
Paddy Field Frog
Fejervarya limnocharisAlso known as Asian Grass Frog
The Paddy Field Frog is a small mottled brown frog with ridged skin and dark markings that blend into muddy ground. It becomes especially vocal around shallow water after rain.
Wet-field FrogRain CallerInsect Eater
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Diet & preyFlies, Beetles, Spiders
Predators
- Herons
- Snakes
- Larger frogs
ThreatsPesticides, wetland drainage, water pollution, and road traffic
HabitatsRice fields, marsh edges, ditches, grassland, and temporary pools
Life spanSeveral years; exact wild longevity is uncertain
Classification
- FamilyDicroglossidae
- SpeciesFejervarya limnocharis
Range data is not available yet.
Interaction riskLow
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- Why interaction risk is low
- Avoid handling because amphibian skin is easily damaged.
Responsible observation
- Rain: Listen beside shallow pools after warm rainfall.
- Ground: Scan muddy margins for a still, mottled frog.
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