What kind of frog is the Hula painted frog?

The Hula painted frog is a very rare frog found only in the Hula Valley of Israel.

They are nocturnal, spending the day hiding among aquatic plants or under rocks, and becoming active at night.

Their diet mainly consists of insects, spiders, and earthworms.

Why was the Hula painted frog thought to be extinct?

The Hula painted frog was thought to be extinct in the 1940s due to the drainage of the Hula Valley wetlands, which significantly reduced their habitat.

However, in 1996, they were rediscovered in the Hula Valley Nature Reserve.

This rediscovery surprised herpetologists worldwide and was considered a miraculous event.

How do Hula painted frogs reproduce?

The breeding season for Hula painted frogs is from spring to summer.

Males emit a soft, charming call, "kuk-kuk-kuk," to attract females.

After mating, the female lays her eggs on aquatic plants, which are then fertilized by the males.

The eggs hatch within a few days, releasing tadpoles.

Tadpoles live in water and eventually undergo metamorphosis to become adults.

Why is the Hula painted frog endangered?

The Hula painted frog is endangered due to habitat loss, pollution, and climate change.

Their habitat in the Hula Valley has been significantly altered by agriculture and development, further shrinking their living space.

The introduction of invasive species also poses a threat to their survival.

Protecting their habitat is crucial for the conservation of Hula painted frogs.