Riggenbach’s reed frog

Description

Hyperolius riggenbachi is a species of frog in the Hyperoliidae family.Its common name is Riggenbach's reed frog.It is found on Bamenda Highlands and the Adamawa Plateau,western and central Cameroon,and Mambilla and Obudu Plateaus of eastern Nigeria.Its natural habitats are wetlands and small wooded watercourses in montane grassland.This species is very common within its small range,but is threatened by habitat loss caused by agricultural activities,wood collection,and human settlement.Hyperolius riggenbachi measures 27 to 30 mm for males and up to 40 mm for females.The tadpoles measure 42 mm of which 25 mm for the tail.