Polypedates braueri (Vogt, 1911)

Taxonomic Classification

Polypedates braueri is a species of frog belonging to the family Rhacophoridae.

Native Range

Its native range covers tropical and subtropical regions of China, Taiwan, and large portions of Southeast Asia.

Introduced Range

It has also been introduced to Guam.

Elevation Range

This species has been observed at elevations ranging from 0 to 2200 meters above sea level.

Habitat Types

Individuals of this frog have been found in forests, bamboo groves, and orchards.

Nesting and Clutch Size

Female P. braueri build foam nests on plants that overhang pools of water, and lay between 400 and 500 eggs at a time.

Tadpole Development

When the eggs hatch, the tadpoles drop into the water below.

Oviposition Preference

These frogs can lay their eggs over many types of standing water, but they appear to prefer dense vegetation and shallow water.

Global Conservation Status

Scientists do not consider P. braueri to be in danger of extinction, due to its large range and presumed large total population.

Local Threat

The local population of this species in Taiwan may be threatened by competition from Polypedates megacephalus, a species that humans introduced to the area.