Burmese Squat Frog
Glyphoglossus guttulatus
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAmphibia (Amphibians)
- OrderAnura (Frogs and Toads)
- FamilyMicrohylidae (Narrow-mouthed Frogs)
- GenusGlyphoglossus (Squat Frogs)
- SpeciesGlyphoglossus guttulatus (Burmese Squat Frog)
About the Burmese Squat Frog
Glyphoglossus guttulatus, also known as Burmese squat frog, blotched burrowing frog, orange burrowing frog, or striped spadefoot frog, is a species of frog in the family Microhylidae. It is found in Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, and Vietnam. It is uncertain whether it is present in the Peninsular Malaysia.
Glyphoglossus guttulatus occurs in lowland forests at elevations of 150–400 m (490–1,310 ft) above sea level. It is most commonly observed on leaf litter near rivers. Breeding is explosive and takes place in water. The tadpoles are suspension feeders.
This species can occur locally in great numbers during the breeding and then effectively disappear. It is probably threatened by habitat degradation caused by expansion of agricultural land, roads, and human settlements. It is harvested for human consumption in Laos and Cambodia. It has been recorded in a number of protected areas, and many more protected areas overlap with its predicted range. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Burmese Squat Frog in Cat Tien National Park
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Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cat Tien National Park | 🇻🇳 Vietnam | |
| 2 | Kaeng Krachan National Park | 🇹🇭 Thailand | |
| 3 | Khao Yai National Park | 🇹🇭 Thailand | |
| 4 | Khao Sok National Park | 🇹🇭 Thailand |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Burmese Squat Frog in Cat Tien National Park?
About 30% of wildlife watchers report a Burmese Squat Frog sighting in Cat Tien National Park, based on 22 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Burmese Squat Frog in Cat Tien National Park?
December has the highest sighting rate for Burmese Squat Frog in Cat Tien National Park in our monthly data.