The Rwanda Long Reed Frog, Hyperolius rwandae, Endemic to Rwanda

The Rwanda Long Reed Frog, scientifically known as Hyperolius rwandae is a species that can not be see anywhere in the world but only in Rwanda. It has been commonly seen within the eastern, northern, southern as well as the central regions of Rwanda at altitude ranges between 1300 meters and 1800 meters above sea level. these you can see on your Safari in Rwanda. Because the majority of the areas in which these frogs are found such as the Akagera wetlands and the Mugesera wetlands are found close to the country’s national border with Tanzania as well as Burundi, it is assumed that these frogs might extend into those countries, therefore meaning that they may be more prevalent in other regions compared to what the recent records reveal.

Where to find the Rwanda Long Reed Frog, Hyperolius rwandae,

This species is believed to only be found in the Republic of Rwanda, a small country found in the eastern part of the African continent.

They also prefer living in areas of high altitude and research reveals that the lower elevation of their habitat is around 1300 meters while themaximum elevation is around 1800 meters.

Although their present day population is not known, it is said that within the areas where these frogs live, they are many in numbers.

Majority of the species that have been collected during research where obtained from natural wetlands as well as in swamps and ponds found in farmlands. They prefer living in fresh water

Major Threats

Fortunately the Rwanda Long Reed Frog seems to be comparatively adaptable to different types of artificial habitats and is flexible to different habitat disturbances. But nevertheless some of the potential threats include drainage of their wetland habitats.

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