A prominent amphibian species native to South and Southeast Asia. Its range includes countries such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, and Thailand. These frogs are highly adaptable and can be found in a variety of habitats, including wetlands, paddy fields, ponds, ditches, and even urban areas. They thrive in both natural and man-made water bodies, often inhabiting regions that experience seasonal flooding.
The Indian Bullfrog is one of the largest frog species in its range. Males are generally larger than females and exhibit bright yellow coloration during the breeding season, which helps attract mates. Outside of the breeding season, both sexes are usually olive-green to brown, with darker markings that provide effective camouflage. These frogs have powerful, muscular legs adapted for jumping and swimming and a broad, flattened body with a large mouth and bulging eyes. Their skin is smooth and slightly moist, aiding in respiration and maintaining hydration.
These frogs are voracious carnivores, feeding on a wide variety of prey. Their diet includes insects, worms, small fish, other amphibians, and even small birds and mammals. They are opportunistic feeders and will consume almost anything they can catch and swallow. Their large mouth and strong jaws allow them to tackle sizable prey, and they use a sit-and-wait strategy to ambush their victims. By controlling insect and small animal populations, Indian Bullfrogs play a crucial role in their ecosystem as both predators and prey.
Distribution
Afghanistan
Bangladesh
Bhutan
India
Madagascar
Myanmar
Nepal
Pakistan
Sri LankaAnything we've missed?
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Terrestrial / Aquatic
Altricial / Precocial
Polygamous / Monogamous
Dimorphic (size) / Monomorphic
Active: Diurnal / Nocturnal
Social behavior: Solitary / Pack / Herd
Diet: Carnivore / Herbivore / Omnivore / Piscivorous / Insectivore
Migratory: Yes / No
Domesticated: Yes / No
Dangerous: Yes / No
