About Hyperolius marmoratus Rapp, 1842
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
The marbled reed frog, also called the painted reed frog (Hyperolius marmoratus Rapp, 1842), is a species of frog in the Hyperoliidae family.
Geographic Distribution
It is found in Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Kenya, Lesotho, Malawi, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, and Zimbabwe.
Natural Habitats
This species occupies a broad variety of natural habitats: forests, savannas, shrublands, grasslands, rivers, swamps, freshwater lakes, and intermittent freshwater lakes.
Anthropogenic Habitats
It adapts well to coexisting with humans, and can also be found in pastureland, rural gardens, and urban areas.
Range Expansion
Its known range is currently expanding into the winter rainfall region of the Western Cape.
Coloration Trait Overview
Members of the genus Hyperolius can show different coloration and patterns between day and night.
Diurnal vs Nocturnal Coloration
Their daylight coloration is usually pale and drab, while their night-time appearance is colorful and eye-catching.
