Mossy Bush Frog
Philautus macroscelis
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAmphibia (Amphibians)
- OrderAnura (Frogs and Toads)
- FamilyRhacophoridae (Old World Tree Frogs)
- GenusPhilautus (shrub frogs)
- SpeciesPhilautus macroscelis (Mossy Bush Frog)
About the Mossy Bush Frog
Philautus macroscelis, the mossy bush frog, is a species of frog in the family Rhacophoridae. It is endemic to Brunei, Malaysia, and Borneo. It is suspected in Indonesia. It has been observed between 750 and 1800 meters above sea level.
Philautus macroscelis is a newly discovered species of bush frog, distinguished by its distinct physical features, including particular proportions of limbs and body that assist in its identification. Its conservation status raises concerns due to its restricted range and potential susceptibility to habitat destruction in Borneo.
Hertwig ST; Das I; Schweizer M; Brown R; Haas A (October 20, 2011). "Phylogenetic relationships of the Rhacophorus everetti-group and implications for the evolution of reproductive modes in Philautus (Amphibia: Anura: Rhacophoridae)". Zoologica Scripta (Abstract). 41: 29–46. doi:10.1111/j.1463-6409.2011.00499.x. Retrieved December 18, 2023. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Mossy Bush Frog in Kinabalu Park
LIVEiNaturalistClosest Relatives at Kinabalu Park
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Philautus bunitus
Golden-legged Bush Frog
Philautus aurantium
Cloud Bush Frog
Philautus nephophilus
Peters' Bubble-Nest Frog
Philautus petersi
Hose's Bush Frog
Philautus hosii
Malaysian Bubble-nest Frog
Philautus disgregus
Paka Bubble-nest Frog
Philautus saueri
Peter's Tree Frog
Nyctixalus pictus
File-eared Tree Frog
Polypedates otilophus
Masked Tree Frog
Leptomantis angulirostris
Brown-Striped Tree Frog
Polypedates macrotis
Common Tree Frog
Polypedates leucomystax
Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kinabalu Park | 🇲🇾 Malaysia |
More parks will be added in future updates.
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Mossy Bush Frog in Kinabalu Park?
About 50% of wildlife watchers report a Mossy Bush Frog sighting in Kinabalu Park, based on 146 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Mossy Bush Frog in Kinabalu Park?
August has the highest sighting rate for Mossy Bush Frog in Kinabalu Park in our monthly data.