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Pelodytes hespericus

Pelodytes hespericus

Spain
Status
Unknown

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Forest, Grassland, Freshwater, Ocean, Desert, Mountain

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
ants, termites, web spiders, and crawling worms

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
crepuscular

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

Advertisement call and reproductive behavior. As in the other western Pelodytes lineages, the call consists of two types of notes (A and B), nonetheless emitted just once time. In the recordings previously studied by Sánchez-Herráiz (2004) analyzed by us, and in numerous other individuals heard in the field, one call typically consists of one A note followed by a single B note (Fig. 7). Reciprocal calls of females have been reported (Sánchez-Herráiz 2004). Calling specimens are found at the edge or within water, with body temperatures between 10 ° C – 17.5 ° C (Sánchez-Herráiz 2004; Esteban et al. 2002). Call intensity and spectral frequency were not found to be related to the size or age of the male (Esteban et al. 2002).
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Pelodytes hespericus is officially designated as Unknown. Current field registries estimate a global population composed of an unquantified number of individuals, making habitat preservation critical to maintaining their wild populations.

It is typically endemic to forest, grassland, freshwater, ocean, desert, mountain, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of ants, termites, web spiders, and crawling worms. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a crepuscular activity pattern, optimizing its energy conservation and interactions within its native ecosystem. The species has a typical natural lifespan of approximately 6 years, allowing it to adapt and mature through structured generational cycles.

Ongoing biological monitoring and ecological advocacy emphasize the importance of protecting this species. The stability of its food chain and the prevention of fragmentation in its primary range are vital for the continued survival of Pelodytes hespericus.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeSpain
Habitat RangeForest, Grassland, Freshwater, Ocean, Desert, Mountain
Lifespan6 Yrs
StatusUnknown
ScientificPelodytes hespericus
Registry Info
Lifespan6 years
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyPelodytidae