Chordates • Earth.com

Philautus surdus

(Philautus surdus)

Description

Philautus surdus is a species of frog in the family Rhacophoridae. It is endemic to the Philippines and found on Bohol, Mindanao, Luzon, and Polillo islands. Its natural habitats are lower montane and lowland forests, and it can also occur in some disturbed areas adjacent to forests. It is an arboreal species and one of the most common Philippine frogs inhabiting forests.

Taxonomic tree:

Domain:
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum:
Class: Amphibia
Order:Anura
Family:Rhacophoridae
Genus:Philautus
News coming your way
The biggest news about our planet delivered to you each day