A small ground-dwelling amphibian endemic to eastern Australia, characterized by its diminutive size and distinctive vocalizations.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Inhabits wet sclerophyll forests, heathlands, and grasslands in coastal and sub-coastal regions of eastern Australia, particularly in New South Wales and Victoria, preferring areas with dense vegetation and moisture.
Ecological Role
Key indicator species for ecosystem health, plays crucial role in controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger predators in Australian forest and grassland ecosystems.
Morphology
SKIN COATRough, granular skin with variable coloration ranging from brown to gray with darker mottling
LIMBS WINGSShort, muscular limbs adapted for ground movement and short jumping distances
HEAD SENSORYRelatively large eyes, short snout, well-developed tympanum for sound reception
BODY STRUCTURESmall-bodied frog, typically measuring 20-30 mm in length, with compact, robust build
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.912.38253
