Description of the Vocalization and Tadpole Of Pseudopaludicola Mineira Lobo, 1994, with Notes on Adult Morphology (Amphibia, Anura, Leptodactylidae)

Authors

  • Emiliane G. Pereira
  • Luciana B. Nascimento

Keywords:

Anura, Leptodactylidae, Pseudopaludicola Mineira, Vocalization, Tadpole

Abstract

Vocalization, Tadpole, Color In Life, Sexual Dimorphism, And Reproductive Traits Of Pseudopaludicola Mineira Lobo, 1994 Are Described From Populations Of The Serra Do Cipó, Minas Gerais, Southeastern Brazil. The Advertisement Call Is Composed Mainly By Notes With Two Pulses And Is Distinguished From Other Congeneric Species By The Number Of Pulses By Note And Frequency Range. Males Called From The Low Vegetation On Swampy Soil At High Altitudinal Open Fields And Around Temporary Ponds. Eggs, In Lower Number Than In P. Falcipes (Hensel, 1867), Are Pigmented. The Main Differences Among The Larvae Of The Species Of Pseudopaludicola Miranda-Ribeiro, 1926 Are Related To Number Of Labial Teeth Row And The Shape Of The Marginal Papillae And The Jaw. Males Are Smaller Than Females And Present Well Developed Vocal Sac And Nuptial Pads On Thumbs.

Published

2021-12-10

Issue

Section

ZOOLOGY