Nicobar Cricket Frog
Indosylvirana nicobariensis Indosylvirana nicobariensis , commonly known as the Nicobar Cricket Frog or Nicobar Island frog, is a species of true frog belonging to the family Ranidae. It is distributed across Southeast Asia, with a geographical range extending from the Nicobar Islands to some parts of the Greater Sunda Islands. This expansive distribution is a direct reflection of the species' remarkable adaptability to diverse habitats and varying environmental conditions. Within the Philippines, however, its presence is restricted to the Sulu Archipelago and the Palawan Faunal Region, once again highlighting how Palawan’s unique biodiversity sets it apart from most islands in the Philippine archipelago. Indosylvirana nicobariensis In Palawan, the frog demonstrates significant adaptability by thriving across diverse ecosystems from pristine lowland rainforests and swamp forests to secondary-growth vegetation. Al...
