A small endemic Australian amphibian species belonging to the Myobatrachidae family, characterized by its distinctive vocalization and minute size.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Primarily found in southeastern Queensland, Australia, inhabiting wet sclerophyll forests, rainforest margins, and adjacent moist woodland areas with dense ground vegetation and seasonal water bodies.
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in local ecosystem dynamics as an insectivorous species, controlling small invertebrate populations and serving as prey for larger predators in its habitat.
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, moist skin with variable coloration including browns, grays, and subtle mottling for camouflage
LIMBS WINGSShort, robust limbs adapted for ground movement and brief jumping, with reduced webbing between toes
HEAD SENSORYRelatively large eyes, short snout, well-developed tympanum for acoustic communication
BODY STRUCTURESmall-bodied frog, typically measuring 20-25 mm in length, with compact and streamlined body shape
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: English Wikipedia
