Northern Torrent Frog
Meristogenys orphnocnemis
Silhouette: Michael Scroggie, from original photograph by John Bettaso, USFWS (original photograph in public domain). · PhyloPic
- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAmphibia (Amphibians)
- OrderAnura (Frogs and Toads)
- FamilyRanidae (Typical Frogs)
- GenusMeristogenys
- SpeciesMeristogenys orphnocnemis (Northern Torrent Frog)
About the Northern Torrent Frog
Meristogenys orphnocnemis is a species of frog in the family Ranidae, sometimes known as Sabah Borneo frog or dusky-footed torrent frog. It is endemic to Borneo and found in the mountains of Sabah (Malaysia), Brunei, and East Kalimantan (Indonesia).
Its natural habitats are hilly lowland rainforest, also occurring in slightly disturbed forests. Tadpoles live in clear, rocky forest streams where they cling to rocks in strong currents. Siltation of streams caused by deforestation is a threat to this species.
Male Meristogenys orphnocnemis grow to a snout–vent length of about 50 mm (2.0 in) and females to 70 mm (2.8 in). Tadpoles are up to 35 mm (1.4 in) in length. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Northern Torrent Frog in Danum Valley Conservation Area
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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 | Danum Valley Conservation Area | 🇲🇾 Malaysia | |
| 2 | Kinabalu Park | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Northern Torrent Frog in Danum Valley Conservation Area?
About 20% of wildlife watchers report a Northern Torrent Frog sighting in Danum Valley Conservation Area, based on 7 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Northern Torrent Frog in Danum Valley Conservation Area?
October has the highest sighting rate for Northern Torrent Frog in Danum Valley Conservation Area in our monthly data.