Rhacophorus margaritifer (Schlegel, 1837)

Size Measurements

For a series of specimens collected from Taman Safari Park, male Rhacophorus margaritifer measure 41–45 mm (1.6–1.8 in) in snout–vent length, while the single measured female has a snout–vent length of 63 mm (2.5 in).

Snout Morphology

When viewed from above, the snout is subacuminate, and it is rounded when viewed from the side.

Tympanum Characteristics

The tympanum is visible and very distinct.

Supratympanic Fold

The supratympanic fold is moderately developed.

Skin Texture

Dorsal skin is smooth, and ventral skin is weakly areolate.

Limb Structure

The arms are short and slender, while the hind limbs are long and slender.

Digit Features

Both fingers and toes have adhesive discs and some webbing, with more extensive webbing present in the female.

Preserved Specimen Coloration

In preserved specimens, the dorsal ground color is tan, brown, or gray, and males have scattered black specks.

Unken Reflex

Rhacophorus margaritifer is capable of performing the unken reflex.

Habitat and Elevation Range

This species lives in both lowland and montane forests, including disturbed forest habitats, at elevations between 900 and 1,795 m (2,953 and 5,889 ft) above sea level.

Breeding Habitat

It breeds in streams.

Habitat Loss Threats

It is threatened by habitat loss caused by smallholder farming and subsistence wood collection.

Fungal Infection Status

Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis has been detected in this species, but there is no evidence that this infection has caused population declines so far.

Pet Trade Quota

Rhacophorus margaritifer is part of the pet trade, with an annual collection quota of 900 specimens.

Protected Area Occurrence

It is known to occur in several protected areas.