A medium-sized amphibian endemic to the southern regions of Africa, specifically inhabiting mountainous and riparian ecosystems in South Africa's Cape region.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Freshwater streams, mountain seeps, high-altitude wetlands, and riverside vegetation zones at elevations between 500-2,000 meters above sea level.
Ecological Role
Important bio-indicator species for aquatic ecosystem health, serves as prey for local predators and contributes to insect population control.
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, moist skin with variations of green, brown, and gray camouflage coloration
LIMBS WINGSStrong, muscular hindlimbs adapted for jumping and swimming, webbed feet for aquatic locomotion
HEAD SENSORYLarge eyes with horizontal pupils, well-developed tympanum, broad head with short snout
BODY STRUCTURERobust, compact body with rounded torso, typical adult body length of 40-65 mm
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: https://doi.org/10.3897/zse.92.9948
