Theloderma ryabovi
ExploreAmphibians
Theloderma ryabovi
Theloderma ryabovi
Theloderma ryabovi, also known as Ryabov's frog, is a special frog that loves to hide in the trees. It has a bumpy skin that helps it blend in with its surroundings, making it a master of disguise!
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Theloderma ryabovi is a small, bumpy frog with warty, textured skin mottled in shades of brown, green, and black, making it look just like moss or lichen. It has large, prominent eyes that stand out on its head.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAmphibiaOrderAnuraFamilyRhacophoridaeGenusTheloderma
Category
AmphibiansRarity
Rare
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Snaps
Be the first to snap!
Interesting facts
It's sometimes called the 'Ryabov's Warted Tree Frog' for its bumpy skin.
These amazing frogs are only found in a tiny part of Vietnam!
They love to hang out in tree holes filled with rainwater!
This frog is named after a special scientist, S.A. Ryabov!
Special abilities
Ability
Master of Disguise
Theloderma ryabovi has warty, textured skin and mottled colors that helps them blend perfectly with mossy trees and rocks.
Ability
Sticky Climber
Theloderma ryabovi has special toe pads that help them stick to wet leaves and slippery tree bark for climbing.
Ability
Secret Nursery
Theloderma ryabovi lays its eggs inside water-filled tree holes that helps protect its babies from many dangers.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 3-4.5 cm
- Weight
- 0.003-0.008 kg
- Lifespan
- 3-7 years
- Clutch Size
- 20-50
- Metamorphosis
- 30-90 days
Diet & Feeding
This frog is a skilled hunter of small insects and other tiny creatures that crawl around.
Age differences: Tadpoles eat tiny bits of plants and decaying matter, while adult frogs hunt insects.
Primary Foods
- small beetles
- spiders
- crickets
- flies
- ants
Foraging Method
- Ambush
Ecological connections
eaten by
Many-spotted Cat Snake
Boiga multimaculata
A snake that might hunt frogs.
eats
Green Lynx Spider
Araneae viridans
A common spider species eaten by the frog.
eaten by
Barred Eagle-Owl
Bubo sumatranus
A nocturnal bird of prey.
shelters
Lofty Fig
Ficus altissima
Provides tree holes for breeding.
Traits
Singing
Singing animals produce complex vocalizations, often for purposes of attracting mates, defending territory, or communicating within their species.
Camouflaged
Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment.
Insectivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Endangered
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
Also known as
No aliases listed yet.
Collections
Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always wash your hands after touching frogs, as they can have sensitive skin.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Theloderma ryabovi?
3-4.5 cm
How much does Theloderma ryabovi weigh?
0.003-0.008 kg
How long does Theloderma ryabovi live?
3-7 years
What does Theloderma ryabovi eat?
This frog is a skilled hunter of small insects and other tiny creatures that crawl around.
Where is Theloderma ryabovi usually found?
Forests
How does Theloderma ryabovi hunt?
Ambush
How many eggs does Theloderma ryabovi lay?
20-50
How long does Theloderma ryabovi take to complete metamorphosis?
30-90 days
Snap Map
Zoom in to split clusters and explore where this object has been snapped.
Loading map…
Recent Snaps
Recent snaps will appear here as new observations are added.
