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Schlegel's Frog

Schlegel's Frog (Chalcorana chalconota). Schlegel's frog once covered stream-frog populations later split into other species; Sumatran and Javan identifications need current taxonomy.

PanduanHewan·Updated 23 September 2026·Chalcorana chalconota
About this guideThis guide was compiled from the listed species sources and observation records; it has not been reviewed by a taxonomic specialist. GBIF records are neither a census nor proof of native range.
Photograph of Schlegel's Frog (Chalcorana chalconota).
Wibowo Djatmiko ( Wie146 ) · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Photograph cropped for layout.

Important taxonomic note

GBIF uses Chalcorana chalconota while Amphibian Species of the World treats that name as Hylarana chalconota. The different genus names reflect different taxonomic treatments; field identification still requires character-level review.

Evidence: Amphibian Species of the World — Hylarana chalconota ↗

What is the Schlegel's Frog?

Schlegel's Frog refers to Chalcorana chalconota, in the genus Chalcorana, family Ranidae, and order Anura. The scientific name follows the accepted taxon in the GBIF Backbone Taxonomy. Common names can vary between places; the scientific name distinguishes this species from relatives.

Evidence: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy — accepted taxon ↗

What is known about the Schlegel's Frog?

Schlegel's frog once covered stream-frog populations later split into other species; Sumatran and Javan identifications need current taxonomy.

Read that fact alongside the scientific name and species source, not as proof from an unclear photograph. Populations, ages and taxonomic limits can differ; when identification is uncertain, record the broader group.

Evidence: Amphibian Species of the World — Hylarana chalconota ↗

How many Indonesian records name the Schlegel's Frog?

When checked on 2026-09-23, the GBIF search returned 1,516 human-observation records from Indonesia under this species name for 2016–2026. That is a count of indexed records, not an estimate of population, abundance or unique individuals. Observation effort can vary by location, and the count may change as records are added or identifications revised.

Evidence: GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗

Where were observations reported?

Place labels appearing in the results include Jawa Barat, Jawa Tengah, Yogyakarta. They are labels attached to records, not a complete range map or evidence that the species occurs only there. Some labels may be broad or inconsistent. Check the underlying records before using the location information for field decisions.

Evidence: GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗

How can you observe the Schlegel's Frog?

Observe in place without moving eggs, tadpoles or frogs. Images of the body and habitat, together with date and calls, can help specialists assess an identification; common names do not establish handling safety. A well-documented sighting helps others check the identification without turning one encounter into a conservation-status claim.

Explore related animals

To explore this group further, compare Schlegel's Frog with Green Paddy Frog, Poisonous Rock Frog, Paddy Field Frog. These links reflect a shared genus, family, order, class or catalogue group; taxonomic proximity does not imply identical habitat needs or conservation status.

Sources & references

  1. GBIF Backbone Taxonomy — accepted taxon ↗
  2. GBIF occurrence search — Indonesia, human observations, 2016–2026 ↗
  3. Amphibian Species of the World — Hylarana chalconota ↗

References can change. Check dates and context in the original source.