Zhangixalus prominanus (Smith, 1924)

Taxonomy and Naming

The Malayan flying frog, scientifically named Zhangixalus prominanus, is a species of frog in the moss frog family Rhacophoridae.

Native Range

It is native to Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Adult Size

This is a moderately large flying frog species: females grow to a maximum body length of 7.6 cm (approximately 3 inches), while males reach a maximum body length of 6.2 cm.

Adult Dorsal Coloration

Adults are generally jade green on their dorsal side; small individuals are somewhat translucent.

Hind Webbing Marking

A distinct red blotch is present on the webbing between the third and fifth hind toes.

Tadpole Coloration

Tadpoles of this species are greyish green and unmarked, becoming greener as they approach metamorphosis.

Metamorphosis Dimensions

They lose their tails when they reach 30–33 mm in length, and newly emerged juveniles measure approximately 15 mm long.

Tadpole Labial Tooth Row Formula

The labial tooth row formula (LTRF) is 5(2-5)/3 for small tadpoles, and 6(2-6)/3 for older tadpoles.

Habitat and Elevation

This is an arboreal species that inhabits closed canopy forests, and has been recorded at elevations between 250 and 1100 meters above sea level.

IUCN Conservation Status

The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) classifies this species as Least Concern for extinction, due to its large geographic range and presumed large population.

Protected Area Overlap

Its distribution overlaps with several protected areas, including Endau-Rompin National Park, Taman Negara National Park, and Hala-Bala Wildlife Sanctuary.