Nesting frogs - The breeding biology of Indirana cf. tysoni in the Western Ghats, India

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Herpetological Bulletin

Abstract

Frogs of the genus Indirana are endemic to India. Previous research on these frogs has focussed on taxonomy and systematics but their behaviour remains largely understudied. Here we report the breeding behaviour of Indirana cf. tysoni, including nest building, male to male combat, inguinal amplexus, egg clutch guarding, tadpoles and polymorphism. We also analyse advertisement calls and present a comparative analysis with previously published data. Lastly, we discuss the need to study these breeding behaviours in-depth in order to help frame appropriate conservation plans.

First Page

2

Last Page

7

DOI

10.33256/hb155.27

Publication Date

3-1-2021

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