A small terrestrial amphibian endemic to Central American tropical and subtropical forest regions, characterized by its rugose skin texture and adaptation to humid forest environments.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Tropical and subtropical forest floors, primarily in humid lowland and montane forest ecosystems between 0-1500 meters elevation, typically found in leaf litter and dense ground vegetation
Ecological Role
Important insectivorous species that helps regulate forest invertebrate populations and serves as prey for larger predators, contributing to tropical forest ecosystem dynamics
Morphology
SKIN COATDistinctively rugose (wrinkled) skin texture, providing camouflage and moisture regulation in humid environments
LIMBS WINGSShort, muscular limbs adapted for ground movement and climbing, strong digital discs for gripping vegetation
HEAD SENSORYLarge, prominent eyes with good peripheral vision, broad head with wide mouth
BODY STRUCTURESmall frog, typically 30-45 mm in body length, compact body with robust limbs
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Hugo Claessen
