Solomon's Leaf Frog is adept at camouflage, mimicking the appearance of a leaf to avoid predators in its native habitat, the Solomon Islands. It exhibits direct development, where eggs hatch into miniature adults, bypassing the tadpole stage.
Scientific Name
Ceratobatrachus guentheri
Behavior
Primarily nocturnal, using camouflage to evade predators. Less active during the day.
Breeding
Lays eggs on land that directly develop into froglets, without a tadpole phase.
Characteristics
Its appearance mimics a dead leaf, complete with a brown, veined body, aiding in its camouflage among the forest litter.
History
This frog is native to the Solomon Islands, where it has evolved its leaf-mimicking appearance as a survival strategy in a predator-rich environment.
Current Status
While there's limited specific data on their conservation status, habitat destruction and climate change pose threats to their survival.