Papurana daemeli facts for kids
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For other wood frogs, see Wood frog (disambiguation).
The Australian bullfrog (Papurana daemeli) is a type of frog found in New Guinea and Australia. It's also known by other names like the Australian wood frog or water frog. This frog lives in many parts of New Guinea, up to 1000 meters (about 3,280 feet) above sea level. In Australia, you can find it in northern Queensland, especially on the Cape York Peninsula, and in the Northern Territory.
The Australian bullfrog is special because it's the only type of true frog that lives in Australia. Scientists believe these frogs traveled to Australia from New Guinea a long time ago.
Where They Live
These frogs love to live in warm, wet places. You can find them in rainforests, monsoon forests, and other tropical forests. They always stay close to water sources that don't dry up, like rivers, streams, or ponds. The frogs often hide among plants right next to the water, where they can stay cool and safe.
What They Look Like
The Australian bullfrog can grow to be about 8.0 centimeters (a little over 3 inches) long from its head to its rear end. That's about the size of a small smartphone! They have a head that looks a bit pointed. Their skin can be different shades of brown, from light to dark. A cool feature they have is two raised folds of skin that run down their back.
Reproduction and Life Cycle
Female Australian bullfrogs are very busy when it comes to laying eggs. They can lay thousands of eggs at one time! These eggs are usually laid in the water, and they will hatch into tadpoles, which then grow into adult frogs.
See also
In Spanish: Papurana daemeli para niños
