description Jerdon's Bull Frog Overview
Jerdon's Bull Frog (Hoplobatrachus crassus) is a large, aquatic amphibian native to the Indian subcontinent. The species is named in honor of Thomas C. Jerdon, the 19th-century British physician and zoologist who extensively cataloged Indian wildlife. It is distributed widely across South Asia, inhabiting a variety of freshwater environments from Pakistan and India into Bangladesh.
These frogs are typically found in ponds, marshes, and agricultural fields, where they are predominantly nocturnal and feed on a variety of invertebrates and smaller vertebrates.
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What is Jerdon’s bull frog’s scientific name?
Jerdon’s bull frog is Hoplobatrachus crassus. It is a large aquatic frog native to the Indian subcontinent.
Who was Jerdon’s bull frog named after?
The species honors Thomas C. Jerdon, a nineteenth-century British physician and zoologist. Jerdon extensively cataloged wildlife in the Indian subcontinent.
Where does Jerdon’s bull frog live?
Hoplobatrachus crassus is distributed widely across the Indian subcontinent. It is associated with aquatic habitats such as ponds, wetlands, and seasonal water bodies.
Is Jerdon’s bull frog a terrestrial or aquatic species?
It is primarily aquatic and spends much of its time in or near water. Its large body and strong swimming ability fit its wetland lifestyle.
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