Pseudis minuta Günther, 1858

Snout-Vent Length

In snout–vent length, males of Pseudis minuta measure 24–39 mm (0.9–1.5 in), while females measure 39–51 mm (1.5–2.0 in).

Head and Limb Morphology

The species has a truncate snout when viewed from lateral profile, with slender fingers and relatively long, slender hind limbs.

Dorsal Coloration

Its dorsal coloration is light green or brownish, and usually marked with small dark blotches; a distinct light middorsal band is present in some individuals.

Flank and Thigh Markings

A light longitudinal stripe runs across most of the flank, and the thighs usually have three distinct stripes.

Male Calling Behavior

Males of this species call mostly at night, while floating on the water surface and holding onto vegetation. They may also call from the leaves of water hyacinths, with their entire body out of water.

Vocal Repertoire

Their call repertoire includes one type of advertisement call and two different aggressive calls.

Male Agonistic Interactions

Male–male agonistic interactions use both advertisement and aggressive calls, and may also include wrestling.

Species Abundance

Pseudis minuta is a very common aquatic frog species.

Habitat and Elevation Range

It inhabits ponds and still-water pools of slowly moving creeks at elevations below 500 m (1,600 ft) above sea level, and can also thrive in rice plantations.

Conservation Threats

There are no known major threats to this species, as it even tolerates environments like rice plantations that receive heavy doses of pesticides.

Protected Area Presence

It is found in several protected areas.