Leptopelis
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Leptopelis is a genus of frogs in the family Arthroleptidae. They are found throughout Sub-Saharan Africa,[1] excluding Madagascar.[2] It is placed in monotypic subfamily Leptopelinae,[3][4] although this subfamily is not always recognized.[2] They have a number of common names, including forest treefrogs, tree frogs, leaf-frogs,[1] and big-eyed frogs.[5]
Description
Leptopelis are mostly medium-sized frogs (snout–vent length Script error: No such module "convert".), but Leptopelis palmatus can reach Script error: No such module "convert"..[4] Tympanum is present. Most species have expended digit tips.[2]
Ecology
Leptopelis are mainly arboreal, but some species, especially in more arid areas, are terrestrial or even subfossorial.[2][4] Breeding typically starts with the heavy rains in the beginning of the wet season. Eggs may be deposited either in water or in/on the ground. Development includes a free-living tadpole stage, with a possible exception of Leptopelis brevirostris, whose large eggs suggest that development could be direct.[4] Males typically call in bushes or trees a meter or more above the ground.[2]
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Species
As of July 2021, there are 54 recognized species:[1] Script error: No such module "Template wrapper".Script error: No such module "Check for unknown parameters".
In captivity
L. vermiculatus is found in international pet trade.[6] They are hardy frogs that adapt well to captivity, and readily consume commercially available crickets.
References
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