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Other animals
Glass frog
Glass frog · Centrolenidae
Glass frogs fascinate with their transparent skin and live hidden away in tropical rainforests above quiet streams.
Fact file
- Size
- Depending on the species 2 to 8 cm long, very slender build
- Males and females
- Males usually somewhat more slender, in some species with more conspicuous vocal sacs
- Sounds
- Fine metallic chirping during the night
- Diet
- Insects and small arachnids
- Offspring
- The female lays eggs on leaves above the water, and the male often guards the clutch
How to identify Glass frog
Glass frogs are characterised by translucent skin on their underside, which lets you see the beating heart and internal organs. The upper side is usually bright green, giving them perfect camouflage in the vibrant foliage.
With a body length of between 2 and 8 centimetres, glass frogs look delicate and graceful. Their bodies are slender, and their fingers and toes end in broad adhesive pads that allow them to climb smooth leaves. Their large, forward-facing eyes are also striking.
More in the app
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- general viewing tips
- 4 places where you can see Glass frog
Where Glass frog live
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