For the identification of insects and other fauna and flora of South Africa.
Showing posts with label Painted Reed Frog. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Painted Reed Frog. Show all posts

Saturday, September 14, 2013

Sunday, December 16, 2012

Painted Reed Frog (Hyperolius marmoratus)

Unmistakable colouring and markings makes this frog easy to recognise.
They are found in savanna pans where they call from the nearby reeds.
They have a short, loud, bell-like, piercing whistle.
Info: Frogs and Frogging in South Africa (Vincent Carruthers & Louis du Plessis)