Rohan's Globular Frog
Uperodon rohani
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- KingdomAnimalia (Animals)
- PhylumChordata (Chordates)
- ClassAmphibia (Amphibians)
- OrderAnura (Frogs and Toads)
- FamilyMicrohylidae (Narrow-mouthed Frogs)
- GenusUperodon (Globular Frogs)
- SpeciesUperodon rohani (Rohan's Globular Frog)
About the Rohan's Globular Frog
Uperodon rohani, commonly known as Rohan's globular frog, is a species of Microhylid frog. It is endemic to Sri Lanka. It was named after scientist Rohan Pethiyagoda, known for his works on Sri Lankan fishes and amphibians, among others.
It was previously considered conspecific with Uperodon variegatus, but was separated in 2018. The genetic difference between them is large, around 2.8%. It is a small frog, typically around 26–34 millimetres (2.6–3.4 cm) long in males and 28–35 millimetres (2.8–3.5 cm) in females. It is maroon with slightly pale olive yellow spots, blotches and streaks. Near its belly and thigh there are densely packed olive speckles. It has a partially translucent foot and ankle.
It is found throughout Sri Lanka, but is most abundant in the lowlands. It is found in wet environments, such as ponds and puddles. It regularly interacts with humans, being common in water bodies and reservoirs, agricultural land such as paddyfields, and moist locations within houses and buildings, such as bathrooms. Wikipedia →
Recent sightings of Rohan's Globular Frog in Wilpattu National Park
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Microhyla ornata
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Duttaphrynus scaber
Global Distribution
Warmer areas are where this animal is recorded most often.
Parks Where Found
| # | Park | Country | Daily sighting probability |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wilpattu National Park | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka | |
| 2 | Minneriya National Park | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka | |
| 3 | Yala National Park | 🇱🇰 Sri Lanka |
Quick answers
What are the chances of seeing a Rohan's Globular Frog in Wilpattu National Park?
About 30% of wildlife watchers report a Rohan's Globular Frog sighting in Wilpattu National Park, based on 13 verified sightings from GBIF citizen-science data.
When is the best time to see Rohan's Globular Frog in Wilpattu National Park?
August has the highest sighting rate for Rohan's Globular Frog in Wilpattu National Park in our monthly data.