The chattering rock frog (Litoria staccato) is a species of frog that is endemic to Western Australia. The species epithet staccato and the common name refer to the sound of its call.

Chattering rock frog
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Chordata
Class: Amphibia
Order: Anura
Family: Hylidae
Genus: Litoria
Species:
L. staccato
Binomial name
Litoria staccato
Doughty & Anstis, 2007

Description

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The species is a small to medium-sized frog which grows to about 35 mm SVL. The colouration varies between dark red, beige and slate-grey. It has a pointed snout and partly-webbed toes. Its closest relative is the rock frog (Litoria coplandi) which has, however, a very different call.[1]

Distribution and habitat

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The species is restricted to the tropical north-west Kimberley region of north-western Australia. It is found in rocky creeks, along ridges and on rock platforms.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b "Chattering Rock Frog". Frog Watch. Western Australian Museum. Retrieved 23 April 2021.