A small amphibian endemic to the Iberian Peninsula, characterized by unique reproductive behaviors and adaptation to rocky, mountainous habitats.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Rocky areas, mountainous regions, and forest edges in Portugal and western Spain, typically at elevations between 300-1,500 meters above sea level.
Ecological Role
Key insectivore in Mediterranean ecosystems, controlling invertebrate populations and serving as prey for predators like birds and small mammals.
Morphology
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SKIN COAT
Rough, warty skin with camouflage coloration ranging from gray to brown with dark mottling
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LIMBS WINGS
Short, muscular limbs with partially webbed toes, adapted for climbing rocky terrain
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HEAD SENSORY
Large, protruding eyes with horizontal pupils, well-developed tympanum for acoustic perception
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BODY STRUCTURE
Small-sized toad, typically 40-55 mm in length, with robust body and relatively short limbs
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Javier Ábalos Alvarez from Madrid, España
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