Hyperolius frontalis
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Hyperolius frontalis

Hyperolius frontalis is a species of frog in the family Hyperoliidae. It is found in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, from northwest of Mount Rwenzori, south to west of Lake Kivu, extending into extreme south-western Uganda in the Bwindi Forest. Common names Bushoho reed frog and white-snouted reed frog have been coined for this species.

Appearance

Adult males measure 25–29 mm (1.0–1.1 in) in snout–vent length. The dorsum is bright translucent green with some mottling. The snout bears a conspicuous light golden triangle. A light, brief, broad dorsolateral stripe is sometimes present, occasionally extending further back than the shoulder region. Calling males have green vocal sac.

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The male advertisement call is a brief, hard buzzing that is repeated two–three times.

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References

1. Hyperolius frontalis Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyperolius_frontalis
2. Hyperolius frontalis on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/56135/16939435

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