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Oriental firebelly toad

Oriental firebelly toad

Bombina orientalis

A small, brightly colored amphibian native to East Asia, characterized by its distinctive dorsal coloration and toxic skin secretions

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Oriental firebelly toad
Oriental firebelly toad
Oriental firebelly toad
Oriental firebelly toad
Oriental firebelly toad
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Temperate forest streams, ponds, and wetlands in Korea, northeastern China, and parts of Russia, typically in elevations between 100-1,500 meters above sea level

Ecological Role

Plays a crucial role in controlling insect populations and serving as a bioindicator for environmental health in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Rough, warty skin with bright warning coloration (black and red/orange) indicating toxicity
  • LIMBS WINGS Short, robust limbs with partially webbed toes, adapted for swimming and terrestrial movement
  • HEAD SENSORY Broad, flattened head with prominent eyes and short, broad snout
  • BODY STRUCTURE Small, flattened body with average length of 4-5 cm, weight approximately 10-15 grams
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: English Wikipedia.
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