Sharp nosed reed frog
Hyperolius acuticeps
Fun Fact: Sharp-Nosed Reed frogs have narrow, pointed snouts.
Introduction: Sharp-Nosed Reed frogs (Hyperolius acuticeps) have narrow, pointed snouts (acuticeps). Usually they are found in grassland. Males call from elevated positions on vegetation with territorial disputes common.
Distribution: Far eastern reaches of the Zambezi Region (formerly the Caprivi Strip) only.
Diet: Earthworms and spiders.
Colouration: Distinctive green to brown upperparts, at times with lines of small dots and an overall scattering of dark specks. The underside is smooth and silvery-white.
Breeding: Nearly 300 eggs are laid in small clutches of between 2 and 20, attached to submerged vegetation.
Maximum size: 22mm
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