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Hyperolius viridiflavus
The common reed frog is a small Afrotropical frog of grassland and freshwater habitats. It is a nocturnal carnivore that may gather loosely when calling.
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It occurs in grassy wetlands, ponds, ditches, and seasonal waterside vegetation. During breeding, frogs gather on plants near water.
Body length is about 2-3.5 cm and weight about 1-3 g. The body is slender with long legs, and color pattern varies among individuals.
It is nocturnal, with loose-group sociality. Males call from grasses near water, often with several individuals in the same area.
It is carnivorous, eating small insects and other arthropods. It hunts from grasses and waterside perches.
Breeding occurs during wet periods or when water is available. Eggs are associated with waterside plants or water, and tadpoles develop in freshwater.
Its conservation status is LC. Though small, it is part of the wetland insect-predator community.
