Umar treefrog facts for kids
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The Umar tree frog (Litoria umarensis) is a type of frog. It belongs to a group of frogs called Pelodryadinae.
This special frog lives only in West Papua, which is part of Indonesia. Its natural habitats include warm, wet lowland forests and swamps. It can also be found in areas with lots of shrubs and even in forests that have been changed by people.
About the Umar Tree Frog
The Umar tree frog is a fascinating creature. It is known for living in specific parts of the world. This means it is endemic to that area. You won't find it living naturally anywhere else!
Where it Lives
The Umar tree frog likes places that are warm and wet. Its home can be:
- Forests that are always moist and low to the ground.
- Swamps, which are wet areas with trees and plants.
- Wetlands with many shrubs.
- Even forests that have been changed or partly cut down by people.
These different types of homes help the frog find food and stay safe.
Frog Facts
Frogs are amphibians, which means they can live both in water and on land. They have smooth, moist skin and long legs for jumping. Many frogs, like the Umar tree frog, live in trees. They are called "tree frogs."
What Do Frogs Eat?
Most frogs are carnivores. This means they eat other small animals. They often use their long, sticky tongues to catch insects. They might eat:
- Flies
- Mosquitoes
- Beetles
- Spiders
Life Cycle of a Frog
Frogs go through an amazing life cycle. It starts with eggs laid in water.
- First, the eggs hatch into tadpoles. Tadpoles live in water and breathe with gills. They look like small fish.
- As they grow, tadpoles start to develop legs. Their tails get shorter.
- Eventually, they lose their tails and gills. They grow lungs and can breathe air.
- Finally, they become adult frogs, ready to live on land and in water.
This transformation is called metamorphosis.
