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Growling Grass Frog

Growling Grass Frog

Litoria raniformis

About the Growling Grass Frog

The Growling Grass Frog (Litoria raniformis) is a species documented in our database. Learn more about this species through the information below.

Conservation Status

Growling Grass Frog is currently listed as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.

Population Trend

declining

Current Threats

  • Habitat loss and degradation
  • Pollution
  • Climate change
  • Disease (chytridiomycosis)

Photo Gallery

3 photos available

Geographic Distribution

Distribution by Region

Victoria

Continent: Oceania
Country: Australia
Region: Southern regions

New South Wales

Continent: Oceania
Country: Australia
Region: Southern regions

Distribution Overview

The Growling Grass Frog is a threatened species found in southeastern Australia, inhabiting wetlands, grasslands, and urban areas.

Quick Facts

Size
4 - 6 cm
Weight
10 - 20 g
Lifespan
up to 5-7 years years
Diet
Insects (flies, beetles, ants)Spiders and other small invertebrates

Habitat

WetlandsGrasslandsUrban areasPonds

Behavior

  • Breeds in temporary water bodies, such as ponds and wetlands
  • Males engage in loud, growling calls to attract females
  • Females lay up to 1,000 eggs, which hatch into tadpoles after several days
  • Tadpoles undergo metamorphosis, emerging as juvenile frogs after several weeks
  • Adults are carnivorous, feeding on insects and small invertebrates