Pale-legged Weeping Frog

About the Pale-legged Weeping Frog

Physalaemus albonotatus, commonly known as the menwig frog, is a species of frog in the family Leptodactylidae. It is found in Brazil (Mato Grosso and Mato Grosso do Sul states), Paraguay, Chacoan Argentina and Bolivia. Their prey consists of mainly arthropods and gastropods. However, their diet shifts depending on prey availability. These frog have glands in their skin that secrete a thick poisonous substance.

Physalaemus albonotatus occurs on the ground near semi-permanent or temporary water bodies or flooded grasslands, its breeding habitat; it also breeds in temperate ponds and roadside ditches. In Brazil, it has been observed in Amazon, Pantanal, and Cerrado biomes. Scientists have seen it as high as 1,200 m (3,900 ft) above sea level.

There are several protected areas in and near the frog's habitat: Parque Nacional da Serra da Bodoquena, Parque Nacional da Chapada dos Guimarães, Parque Nacional do Pantanal, and Estação Ecológica Serra das Araras. The IUCN classifies this species as least concern of extinction. It adapts very well to human disturbance and to pollution. The tadpole of Physalaemus albonotatus has an oval body shape with... Wikipedia →