A unique amphibian species endemic to Japan, characterized by its distinctive wrinkled skin texture and adaptation to terrestrial and aquatic environments within East Asian ecosystems.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Native to Japan, primarily inhabiting forest edges, grasslands, and rocky areas near streams and humid mountainous regions with elevations between 0-1,500 meters above sea level.
Ecological Role
Plays a critical role in controlling insect populations and serving as a prey species for predators, contributing to the ecological balance of Japanese forest and stream ecosystems.
Morphology
- SKIN COAT Distinctively wrinkled and textured skin, ranging in color from brownish-gray to olive-green with irregular darker markings
- LIMBS WINGS Strong, muscular hind limbs adapted for jumping and swimming, with webbed toes for aquatic movement
- HEAD SENSORY Large, protruding eyes with horizontal pupils, broad tympanum, and well-developed sensory capabilities
- BODY STRUCTURE Medium-sized frog, typically 45-70 mm in body length, with robust and compact body configuration
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
Image Credit: Wikimedia Commons
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