Hyperolius semidiscus
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Hyperolius semidiscus

Hyperolius semidiscus is a species of frogs in the family Hyperoliidae. It is found in southern and eastern South Africa and in Eswatini, and it is likely to be present in Mozambique. Common names yellow-striped reed frog, yellow-flanked reed frog, and Hewitt's reed frog have been coined for it.

Appearance

Hyperolius semidiscus can grow to 35 mm (1.4 in) in snout–vent length. The dorsum is green or brown. Yellow canthal–dorsolateral lines with well-defined edges are typically present; often, they have a thin black outline. The hidden surfaces of limbs are yellow or orange, as are the digits and the inter-digital webbing. The venter is cream or yellow. Males have a dark yellow gular flap. The pupil is horizontal.

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The tadpoles are up to 48 mm (1.9 in) in length.

The male advertisement call is a harsh "creak", with occasional longer, pulsatile "croaks".

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References

1. Hyperolius semidiscus Wikipedia article - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyperolius_semidiscus
2. Hyperolius semidiscus on The IUCN Red List site - https://www.iucnredlist.org/species/56204/3035775

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