Nicaragua Giant Glass Frog
Nicaragua giant glass frog is a medium-sized species of frog belonging to the family Centrolenidae, occurring in Ecuador, Colombia, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, and Honduras. The species is nocturnal. Males are highly territorial.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Amphibia |
Order | Anura |
Family | Centrolenidae |
Genus | Espadarana |
Scientific Name | Espadarana prosoblepon |
Other Names | Emerald glass frog |
Size | Males: 2.1 – 2.8 cm Females: 2.5 – 3.1 cm |
Color | Emerald green upper surface with black flecks; yellow underside |
Distribution | Ecuador, Colombia, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Panama, and Honduras |
Habitat | Lowland tropical forests, montane cloud forests |
Diet | Soft-bodied insects, spiders |
Breeding Season | May to November |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
Clutch Size | Around 20 eggs |
Incubation Period | Around 10 days |
Average Lifespan | 10 to 14 years |
IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |