Dahl's aquatic frog facts for kids
Dahl's aquatic frog, also called the northern waterfrog or floodplain frog (Ranoidea dahlii), is a type of tree frog. You can find these frogs in parts of Australia and New Guinea. Most of them live in Western Australia and the Northern Territory, but some are also found in Queensland.
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Ranoidea (genus)
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Where Dahl's Aquatic Frogs Live
These frogs prefer to live near water. They are often found close to rivers, swamps, or ponds. The water sources they choose either stay wet for many months or never dry up at all. This is important for their survival.
Daily Life and Hiding Spots
During the day, Dahl's aquatic frogs usually sit quietly next to the water. This helps them stay cool and moist. When the weather gets very dry, they need to find a safe place to hide. They often look for cracks in the ground. These cracks provide a cool, damp shelter from the heat.
A Mystery About Young Frogs
Scientists have learned a lot about adult Dahl's aquatic frogs. However, there is still a mystery about their early life. Researchers do not yet know what their eggs or tadpoles look like. This means there is still much to discover about how these frogs grow from tiny eggs to adult frogs.
See also
In Spanish: Rana acuática de Dahl para niños
