Photo by Franco Andreone (Wikimedia)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nWell, it is the middle of the work week and we are still working our way through the frog species.\u00a0 I think all of you will enjoy today’s frog species.\u00a0 Not only will they add colour to your day but I think you will be pleasantly entertained by the Malagasy Rainbow Frog.\u00a0 So keep on reading to find out all the interesting little facts about this colourful and popular frog.<\/p>\n
You may have noticed that the Rainbow Frog is a very attractive amphibian due to its magnificent colours.\u00a0 As a result of their good looks, they have become very popular among the pet industry.\u00a0 Who wouldn’t want a frog that looks like a rainbow, right?\u00a0 Hmmm… I wonder if there is a pot of gold at the end of the Rainbow Frog?\u00a0 These frogs are so special that the Zoological Society of London said they were “among the rarest and most remarkable amphibians”.\u00a0 Now that is quite the compliment so you should be proud little Rainbow Frog.<\/p>\n
What makes them so remarkable?\u00a0 You mean besides their beautifully decorated skin?\u00a0 Personally, I find it interesting that this frog is well adapted for burrowing and climbing.\u00a0 They are able to succeed at both ends of that spectrum, which impresses me.\u00a0 The Malagasy Rainbow Frog has special horny tubercles (they look like warts) on the bottom of their hind feet.\u00a0 This helps them be the master diggers that are.\u00a0 On the other hand (or foot, I guess) they have large, sticky discs on their front feet.\u00a0 Naturally, this allows them to climb and cling to the steepest of the canyon walls.\u00a0 Oddly enough, this frog can climb and dig exceptionally well, but they are not very strong swimmers.\u00a0 You would think a frog would be pretty good at swimming, right?<\/p>\n
Unfortunately, if you are hoping to catch a glimpse of these species you will need to go to a small area in southwestern Madagascar.\u00a0 It is thought that their extent is limited to a mere 100 square kilometers.\u00a0 Basically, the entire population of these frogs are found in one small area (not counting your terrarium).\u00a0 As a result they are listed as Critically Endangered and it appears that their population is decreasing due to habitat degradation and over-collecting by pet owners.\u00a0 I guess we had better hurry if we want to observe these creatures in the wild.<\/p>\n
Well, there are only two more Wild Frog Facts left.\u00a0 I guarantee you will enjoy the next two frogs so make sure you check them out.\u00a0 See you tomorrow.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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