The Namie’s frog ( Limnonectes namiyei ) is an endangered species found only in northern Okinawa. It is currently listed threatened on the IUCN red list of endangered species. This amphibian is decreasing in numbers due to deforestation and the use of pesticides.
- Scientific name: Limnonectes namiyei
- Distribution: Northern Okinawa-Japan
- Habitat: Forest streams
- Diet: Insects
- Average Size: 70mm -115mm
Namie’s frog -Yanbaru forest
Namie’s frog- Photographed using the Stella 2000
Namies frog- Stella 2000
Massive legs allow them and capture prey with lightning speed.
Namie’s frog ( limnonectes namiyei )
Webbed feet allow them to quickly escape predators in the water.
Namie’s frog – Top view
Wide angle perspective – showing the environment it lives in.
Namie’s frog – Wide angle macro
Be careful and pay close attention to crossing wildlife.
Road dweller- Namie’s frog with leeches
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