Chaperina fusca Mocquard, 1892

Species Classification

Chaperina fusca is a small species of frog.

Size

Males of this species measure 18–21 mm (0.71–0.83 in) in snout–vent length, while females measure 20–26 mm (0.79–1.02 in).

Dorsal Coloration

The dorsal surface of Chaperina fusca is black, marked with tiny white, light blue, or greenish spots.

Skin Structure

The skin is smooth with scattered tubercles, and these frogs have a sharp dermal projection on their elbows and heels.

Activity and Climbing Ability

Chaperina fusca is active after rainfall on the forest floor and low vegetation, and it is a good climber.

Natural Habitat Types

Its natural habitats include primary lowland rainforests, primary montane rainforests, and forest edge habitats.

Anthropogenic Habitat Records

It has also been recorded in rural gardens.

Breeding Habitat

This species breeds in small, temporary water bodies that contain high amounts of decaying organic matter.

Threats

The main threats to Chaperina fusca are deforestation, conversion of its habitat to agricultural land, and pollution.