A small endemic Australian amphibian species belonging to the Myobatrachidae family, native to southwestern Western Australia. Characterized by its distinctive morphological features and limited geographical distribution.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Primarily inhabits southwestern coastal regions of Western Australia, including wet heath landscapes, temporary freshwater wetlands, and seasonal swamps with acidic, nutrient-poor soils.
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in local ecosystem dynamics as a small insectivorous amphibian, serving as both predator and prey in complex ecological food webs.
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, moisture-permeable skin with variable coloration including brown, gray, and mottled patterns for camouflage
LIMBS WINGSShort, muscular limbs adapted for terrestrial and semi-aquatic environments, with reduced webbing between toes
HEAD SENSORYRelatively large eyes, short snout, well-developed tympanum for sound reception
BODY STRUCTURESmall-bodied frog, typically 20-25 mm in body length, with compact and robust physique
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Donna Flynn
