Arthroleptidae facts for kids
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Arthroleptidae
Mivart, 1869
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The Arthroleptidae are a special group of frogs found in sub-Saharan Africa. People often call them squeakers because they make a high-pitched sound. These frogs are quite small, usually less than 4 centimeters (about 1.5 inches) long.
They mostly live on land, often hiding in the fallen leaves on the forest floor. What makes them unique is how they grow up. Unlike many frogs, they don't have tadpoles that swim in water. Instead, they lay their eggs on the ground. Some species hatch as tiny, fully formed adult frogs. Others hatch with small tails that disappear as they grow.
Types of Squeaker Frogs
The Arthroleptidae family is divided into two main groups, called subfamilies: Arthroleptinae and Leptopelinae. Some scientists even think these two groups should be considered separate families!
Each subfamily contains different types of frogs, known as genera. Here are some of the interesting groups within these subfamilies:
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| 37 | Screeching frogs | Arthroleptis Smith, 1849 | |
| 11 | Night frogs | Astylosternus Werner, 1898 | |
| 15 | Long-fingered frogs | Cardioglossa Boulenger, 1900 | |
| 15 | Egg frogs | Leptodactylodon Andersson, 1903 | |
| 1 | Southern night frog | Nyctibates Boulenger, 1904 | |
| 1 | Gaboon forest frog | Scotobleps Boulenger, 1900 | |
| 1 | Hairy frog | Trichobatrachus Boulenger, 1900 | |
| Leptopelinae Laurent, 1972 |
51 | Forest tree frogs | Leptopelis Günther, 1859 |
See also
In Spanish: Artroléptidos para niños
