Magnificent tree frog
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Magnificent tree frog ( Ranoidea splendida ) |
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The magnificent tree frog ( Ranoidea splendida , synonym : Litoria splendida ) is a frog that is native to Australia .
description
The Australian splendor tree frog is a relatively large tree frog. The species was first described in 1977. The males reach a length of 10.4 centimeters and the females of 10.6 centimeters. The animals have a light green upper surface with scattered yellow or white spots. The abdomen and the inner surfaces of the extremities are predominantly white to light yellow.
Occurrence
This species of frog lives in Australia in the Kimberley region in caves and crevices. It is also commonly found in homes, such as showers, water containers, and toilets.
research
In 1999, Australian scientists identified a scent that male frogs produce during the mating season to attract females. The researchers from the University of Adelaide in Australia studied males of the species Ranoidea splendida . They discovered a gland in their heads with which the animals can spray a substance into the water in which they breed. This so-called splendipherin shows an immediate special effect on female frogs of this species. Even in tiny amounts it exerts a strong attraction.
In 2006, Australian researchers discovered that amphibians produce a mosquito secretion in their skin. To test whether frogs actually secrete an insect repellent through their skin, the researchers carefully washed various Australian tree frogs, including the Australian frog species Ranoidea splendida , and tested the secretion obtained on a few mice. The frog treatment showed a clear effect. The deterrent effect of the frog secretions was also confirmed in further tests.
Danger
The magnificent tree frog is in the red list of the IUCN 'not at risk' ( least concern out).
literature
- Hans-Joachim Herrmann: Frogs. Mergus, Melle 2004, ISBN 3-88244-073-2 ( Terrarium Atlas. Volume 2).
Individual evidence
- ↑ Why mosquitoes make the fly with frogs . In: Image of Science . February 22, 2006, accessed September 8, 2019 (Amphibians produce mosquito secretions in their skin.).
Web links
- Litoria splendida in the endangered Red List species the IUCN 2004 Posted by: Jean-Marc Hero, Dale Roberts. Retrieved November 5, 2009.