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Mottle-sided Reed Frog (Hyperolius lateralis)

Mottle-sided Reed Frog

Hyperolius lateralis

About the Mottle-sided Reed Frog

Hyperolius lateralis is a species of frog in the family Hyperoliidae. It is found in Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Uganda. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical swamps, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, rivers, swamps, and heavily degraded former forest. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Mottle-sided Reed Frog?

The scientific name of the Mottle-sided Reed Frog is Hyperolius lateralis.

How many Mottle-sided Reed Frog sightings have been recorded?

9 observations of the Mottle-sided Reed Frog have been recorded on iNaturalist.

9 observations on iNaturalist

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