A small endemic amphibian species native to southwestern Australia, characterized by its small size and distinctive habitat preferences within the genus Crinia.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Inhabits ephemeral wetlands, seasonal swamps, and shallow water bodies in southwestern Australian landscapes, particularly in regions with Mediterranean-type climate and sandy substrate
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in local ecosystem food webs as both predator and prey, contributing to insect population control and serving as a food source for larger predators
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Smooth, moist skin with variable coloration ranging from brown to gray, often with cryptic mottling
- LIMBS WINGS Short, muscular limbs adapted for terrestrial and aquatic locomotion, with minimal webbing between toes
- HEAD SENSORY Relatively large eyes, short snout, well-developed tympanum for sound reception
- BODY STRUCTURE Small frog, typically 20-30 mm in body length, with compact and robust build
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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