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Amphibians of Zihuatanejo

CLASS AMPHIBIA

White-lipped Rain Frog

Eleutherodactylus albolabris

The White-lipped Rain Frog (Leptodactylus fragilis), is a small, terrestrial species of frog that is commonly found across a broad range of habitats in Central America, Mexico, the Caribbean, and parts of the southern United States. It belongs to the family Leptodactylidae. The most distinctive feature is the white or pale stripe running along the upper lip. This species feeds on small invertebrates, such as ants, beetles, spiders, and other insects.

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