The Family Petropedetidae is a group of frogs primarily found in sub-Saharan Africa, including species such as the African torrent frogs. These frogs are typically associated with fast-flowing streams and rocky habitats, where they are well adapted for clinging to wet surfaces. Many species exhibit direct development or specialized reproductive strategies, including laying eggs in splash zones or having tadpoles adapted to strong currents. Petropedetidae frogs play an important ecological role as predators of insects and other small invertebrates and serve as indicators of freshwater ecosystem health due to their sensitivity to environmental changes.