A small endemic Australian ground frog species belonging to the Myobatrachidae family, characterized by its diminutive size and distinctive amphibian morphology.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Inhabits temperate regions of southeastern Australia, particularly in grasslands, wetlands, and moisture-rich areas with dense vegetation in Victoria and New South Wales
Ecological Role
Plays a crucial role in ecosystem balance as both predator and prey, controlling insect populations and serving as a food source for larger predators
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, moist skin with variable coloration ranging from brown to gray with potential mottled patterns
LIMBS WINGSShort, muscular limbs adapted for ground movement, webbed toes for limited aquatic locomotion
HEAD SENSORYLarge eyes with horizontal pupils, short snout, well-developed tympanum for sound perception
BODY STRUCTURESmall-bodied frog, typically 20-30 mm in length, compact and robust build
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: B 897
