Ptychadenidae
The Ptychadenidae is a family of frogs within the order Anura. This family is native to sub-Saharan Africa and is characterized by a distinct group of species. The Ptychadenidae comprise 19 recognized species, which are primarily found in the savannas, grasslands, and wetlands of various African countries.
The genus Ptychadena, which accounts for most of the species within this family, is often referred to
An important classification change occurred in the 1980s, when shorter phylogenetic relationships were discovered through the
A behavior observed among the species within this family is loco movement, often occurring as mass gatherings.