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Great Plains Narrow-mouthed Toad

Great Plains Narrow-mouthed Toad

Gastrophryne olivacea

A small, olive-brown microhylid frog species native to the central and southwestern United States, characterized by its distinctive compressed body shape and narrow mouth.

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Great Plains Narrow-mouthed Toad
Great Plains Narrow-mouthed Toad
Great Plains Narrow-mouthed Toad
Great Plains Narrow-mouthed Toad
Great Plains Narrow-mouthed Toad
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Ecology & Habitat

Habitat

Grasslands, prairies, woodlands, and agricultural areas in regions spanning from southeastern South Dakota to northern Mexico, typically in areas with loose soil and vegetation cover

Ecological Role

Plays a critical role in insect population control, serving as a predator of small invertebrates and functioning as prey for larger herpetological and avian species

Morphology

  • SKIN COAT Smooth, olive to gray-brown skin with potential camouflage patterns
  • LIMBS WINGS Short, robust limbs with limited jumping capability, specialized toe pads for ground movement
  • HEAD SENSORY Small, triangular head with prominent eyes, specialized auditory system adapted for ground vibration detection
  • BODY STRUCTURE Compact, rounded body with adult length ranging 2.5-4 cm, weight approximately 3-6 g
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: https://doi.org/10.3897/zookeys.735.22200
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