such as Dilocarcinus and Goyazana. They have also been seen being eaten by Odonata larvae. In addition, turtle species such as Phrynops gibbus and Podocnemis unifilis are also known to feed on tadpoles. Spider species are known to prey on adult frogs and fish like Hoplias malabaricus, Synbranchus marmoratus also feed on frogs and tadpoles alike. Caimans have also been seen preying on these frogs. There are a wide variety of bird species, Capped Herons, Sunbitterns, Double-toothed Kites have also been seen feeding on frogs and their young as well, although snake species appear to be the main predator of these frogs. Even certain species of bats, suspected to be Trachops cirrhosus, have been seen trying to feed on frogs during mass mating calls. Protective Coloration and Behavior Chiasmocleis ventrimaculata have cryptic camouflage which allows them to resemble fallen leaves. In addition, when threatened these frogs will make a short leap and land with their legs stretched backwards in a stiff-legged posture. This behavior has been seen to last up to 4 minutes. References External links ventrimaculata Frogs of South America Amphibians of Bolivia Amphibians of Brazil Amphibians of Colombia Amphibians of Peru Amphibians described in 1945 Taxa named by Lars Gabriel Andersson Taxonomy articles created by Polbot