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Rana wuyiensis

Rana wuyiensis

China
Status
Unknown

IUCN conservation assessment category

Habitat
Forest, Grassland, Freshwater

Primary ecological niche & biome

Diet
flying insects, forest spiders, and crawling invertebrates

Dietary type and primary food source

Activity
nocturnal

Diurnal, nocturnal, or active patterns

Scientific Summary

GBIF Taxonomic Backbone & Wikipedia Registry Profile

Diagnosis. Rana wuyiensis sp. nov. is distinguished by a combination of the following morphological characters: body size medium, SVL 41.4 - 45.6 mm (42.9 + / - 1.9 mm, n = 4) in adult males, and 47.6 - 50.3 mm (n = 2) in adult females; lateroventral grooves present on tip of toes; transverse skin ridges distinctly present on the dorsal surface of thighs and tibias, the number large (mean 26.5 + / - 2.7, range 22 - 29, n = 6); adult male with a pair of internal subgular vocal sacs; webbing on fourth toes reaching the tip of toe; breeding males possess creamy white nuptial pad with tiny hoar velvety spines on the dorsal surface of the first finger, divided into three parts.
Biology & Conservation

Ecologically, the conservation status of Rana wuyiensis 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, showing great physiological synergy with its surroundings. In terms of dietary preferences, it relies primarily on a diet of flying insects, forest spiders, and crawling invertebrates. It exhibits specialized adaptations centered around a nocturnal 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 Rana wuyiensis.

Energy & Activity Profile
Habitat & Adaptation Index
Quick Facts
Native RangeChina
Habitat RangeForest, Grassland, Freshwater
Lifespan6 Yrs
StatusUnknown
ScientificRana wuyiensis
Registry Info
Lifespan6 years
KingdomAnimalia
FamilyRanidae