Polonnaruwa Shrub Frog
Pseudophilautus regius
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAmphibia (Amphibians)
- OrderAnura (Frogs and Toads)
- FamilyRhacophoridae (Old World Tree Frogs)
- GenusPseudophilautus (Shrub Frogs)
- SpeciesPseudophilautus regius (Polonnaruwa Shrub Frog)
About the Polonnaruwa Shrub Frog
Pseudophilautus regius, known as Polonnaruwa shrub frog is a species of frogs in the family Rhacophoridae. It is endemic to Sri Lanka. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry shrubland, subtropical or tropical moist shrubland, and rural gardens.
It is possibly threatened by habitat loss. Pseudophilautus regius measures 18 to 22 mm for males. Its back is chocolate brown, darkening towards the rear of the body. Its flanks are brown to reddish-brown, bordered with white at the bottom. Its belly is white with dark brown pigmentation. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Polonnaruwa Shrub Frog in Minneriya 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 | Minneriya National Park | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
More parks will be added in future updates.