description Malabar Gliding Frog Overview
A large tree frog (Rhacophorus malabaricus) endemic to the Western Ghats of India, capable of gliding between trees on extensively webbed feet, and classified as a vulnerable species.
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Malabar Gliding Frog ranks #63 of 216 in the Amphibian ranking, behind Eastern Newt, ahead of Tomato Frog.
Large gliding frog, vivid breeding coloration, Western Ghats endemism, strong visual appeal.
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How does the Malabar Gliding Frog glide through the air?
The Malabar Gliding Frog uses its extensively webbed toes to parachute or glide between trees in its forest canopy habitat. When spreading its limbs, the webbing acts like small parachutes, allowing it to slow its descent significantly.
Where is the natural habitat of the Malabar Gliding Frog located?
This specific tree frog species is endemic to the Western Ghats of India. It thrives in the tropical moist forests of this mountain range along the western coast of the Indian subcontinent.
What is the conservation status of the Malabar Gliding Frog?
The species is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Its population is threatened primarily by habitat loss due to deforestation and agricultural expansion in the Western Ghats.
What does the Malabar Gliding Frog eat?
Like most tree frogs, the Malabar Gliding Frog is an insectivore that hunts by ambushing its prey. It relies on its sticky tongue to catch a variety of insects and other small forest invertebrates.
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