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Christy's Grassland Frog

Christy's Grassland Frog

Uganda, Congo
Status
Least Concern

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Forest, Freshwater

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

<p>Noble (1924) expressed doubt as to the distinctness of this species from <em>R. aequiplicata</em> (now <em>Ptychadena aequiplicata</em>), but study has upheld that the species are indeed distinct. However, it is not clear that all specimens reported to be <em>P. christyi</em> are actually the same species (Largen and Howell, 2004).</p>
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Christy's Grassland Frog is officially designated as Least Concern. 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, freshwater, 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 Christy's Grassland Frog.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeUganda, Congo
Habitat RangeForest, Freshwater
Lifespan6 Yrs
StatusLeast Concern
ScientificPtychadena christyi
Registry Info
Lifespan6 years
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyPtychadenidae