Glass Frog
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Glass Frog
Hyalinobatrachium fleischmanni
The Glass Frog is a special frog with see-through skin! You can actually see its heart and organs through its belly.
Habitat: Tropical rainforests
Appearance
The Glass Frog is primarily vibrant lime green with small yellow spots, setting it apart from other frogs. Its unique translucent skin on its belly reveals its heart, liver, and digestive organs. It has large, forward-facing gold eyes.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAmphibiaOrderAnuraFamilyCentrolenidaeGenusHyalinobatrachium
Category
AmphibiansRarity
Rare
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Dad frogs splash water on eggs to keep them wet! Wow!
Tadpoles often fall into streams and finish growing there. Wow!
Their bones are actually a cool, light green color! Wow!
They mainly hunt at night, sitting very still waiting for bugs. Wow!
Special abilities
Ability
Invisible Shield
Glass Frogs can turn nearly invisible from below because their clear skin blends with dappled light.
Ability
Organ Sight
Glass Frogs have see-through bellies that allow you to glimpse their beating heart and other internal organs.
Ability
Super Dad Guard
Glass Frog fathers diligently guard their eggs, protecting them from hungry insects until they hatch.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 2-3.2 cm
- Weight
- 0.003-0.007 kg
- Lifespan
- 3-5 years
- Top Speed
- 1.5 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 18-40
- Metamorphosis
- 30-75 days
Diet & Feeding
Tiny glass frogs are insectivores, gobbling up small insects and spiders.
Age differences: Tadpoles are omnivores, eating algae and detritus; adults are strict insectivores.
Primary Foods
- small insects
- spiders
- crickets
- gnats
Foraging Method
- Ambush
Ecological connections
hunts
Fruit Fly
Drosophila melanogaster
A primary food source for adult glass frogs.
eaten by
Common Cat-eyed Snake
Leptodeira septentrionalis
A nocturnal snake that preys on small frogs.
eaten by
Spectacled Owl
Pulsatrix perspicillata
A nocturnal bird of prey that consumes frogs.
Traits
Arboreal
Arboreal animals live primarily in trees, utilizing them for shelter, food, and protection from predators.
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.
Rainforest
This habitat trait refers to species found in tropical rainforests, characterized by high annual rainfall, high biodiversity, and dense tree cover.
Freshwater
Freshwater habitats include non-saline aquatic environments such as rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetlands, vital for numerous species.
Miniature
Pertaining to species that are significantly smaller than typical or average for their kind.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Also known as
Fleischmann's FrogFleischmann's Glass Frog
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Glass Frog?
2-3.2 cm
How much does Glass Frog weigh?
0.003-0.007 kg
How long does Glass Frog live?
3-5 years
How fast can Glass Frog move?
1.5 km/h
What does Glass Frog eat?
Tiny glass frogs are insectivores, gobbling up small insects and spiders.
Where is Glass Frog usually found?
Tropical rainforests
How does Glass Frog hunt?
Ambush
How many eggs does Glass Frog lay?
18-40
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